Review: takes a surprising , subtle turn at the midway point . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: your seat with its shape-shifting perils , political intrigue and brushes 
Sentiment: positive

Review: lacks considerable brio for a film about one of cinema 's directorial giants 
Sentiment: negative

Review: that sneaks up on the viewer , providing an experience that is richer than anticipated 
Sentiment: positive


Review: 's tough to tell which is in more abundant supply in this woefully hackneyed movie , directed by scott kalvert , about street gangs and turf wars in 1958 brooklyn -- stale cliches , gratuitous violence , or empty machismo .