Review: from any cinematic razzle-dazzle but from its recovery of an historical episode that , in the simple telling , proves simultaneously harrowing and uplifting 
Sentiment: positive

Review: into the mainstream of filmmaking with an assurance worthy of international acclaim 
Sentiment: positive

Review: standard horror flick formula 
Sentiment: negative

Review: be relieved that his latest feature , r xmas , marks a modest if encouraging return to form 
Sentiment: positive


Review: contenders