Review: watching junk like this 
Sentiment: negative

Review: sounds whiny and defensive , as if his life-altering experiences made him bitter and less mature 
Sentiment: negative

Review: retread , with the emphasis on self-empowering schmaltz and big-wave surfing that gives pic its title an afterthought 
Sentiment: negative

Review: 's sweet , funny , charming , and completely delightful 
Sentiment: positive


Review: forgive its mean-spirited second half