Review: as sharp as a samurai sword 
Sentiment: positive

Review: pushed into the margins by predictable plotting and tiresome histrionics 
Sentiment: negative

Review: proof once again that if the filmmakers just follow the books 
Sentiment: negative

Review: holes punched through by an inconsistent , meandering , and sometimes dry plot 
Sentiment: negative


Review: showtime 's uninspired send-up of tv cop show cliches