Review: overrides what little we learn along the way about vicarious redemption . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: to include anything even halfway scary 
Sentiment: negative

Review: manages to keep you at the edge of your seat with its shape-shifting perils , political intrigue and brushes with calamity 
Sentiment: positive

Review: the young stars are too cute ; the story and ensuing complications are too manipulative ; 
Sentiment: negative


Review: that embraces its old-fashioned themes