Review: the off-center humor is a constant , and the ensemble gives it a buoyant delivery 
Sentiment: positive

Review: nary an original idea ( or role , or edit , or score , or anything , really ) in sight 
Sentiment: negative

Review: rare trick 
Sentiment: positive

Review: considerable skill and determination , backed by sheer nerve 
Sentiment: positive


Review: demme gets a lot of flavor and spice into his charade remake , but he ca n't disguise that he 's spiffing up leftovers that are n't so substantial or fresh