Review: get to the closing bout ... by which time it 's impossible to care who wins 
Sentiment: negative

Review: a surprisingly ` solid ' achievement 
Sentiment: positive

Review: are appealing enough to probably have a good shot at a hollywood career , if they want one 
Sentiment: positive

Review: erotic or sensuous charge 
Sentiment: positive


Review: while scorsese 's bold images and generally smart casting ensure that `` gangs '' is never lethargic , the movie is hindered by a central plot that 's peppered with false starts and populated by characters who are nearly impossible to care about .