Review: , annoying , heavy-handed 
Sentiment: negative

Review: after a while , hoffman 's quirks and mannerisms , particularly his penchant for tearing up on cue -- things that seem so real in small doses -- become annoying and artificial . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: to keep grown-ups from squirming in their seats 
Sentiment: positive

Review: more dutiful than enchanting ... terribly episodic and lacking the spark of imagination that might have made it an exhilarating treat . 
Sentiment: negative


Review: refreshed and