Review: fails on its own , but 
Sentiment: negative

Review: , sweet home alabama is n't as funny as you 'd hoped . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: newcomer ellen pompeo pulls off the feat with aplomb 
Sentiment: positive

Review: him to churn out one mediocre movie after another 
Sentiment: negative


Review: you do n't have to know about music to appreciate the film 's easygoing blend of comedy and romance .