Review: a processed comedy chop suey . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: weighty and ponderous but every bit as filling as the treat of the title 
Sentiment: positive

Review: she is a lioness , protecting her cub , and he a reluctant villain 
Sentiment: positive

Review: grabs you in the dark and shakes you vigorously for its duration 
Sentiment: positive


Review: the story plays out slowly , but the characters are intriguing and realistic .