Review: partly a schmaltzy , by-the-numbers romantic comedy , partly a shallow rumination on the emptiness of success -- and entirely soulless . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: the needlessly poor quality of its archival prints and film footage 
Sentiment: negative

Review: is completely lacking in charm and charisma , and is unable to project either esther 's initial anomie or her eventual awakening 
Sentiment: negative

Review: is fiercely intelligent and uncommonly ambitious . 
Sentiment: positive


Review: the dignity of an action hero motivated by something more than franchise possibilities