Review: retread , with the emphasis on self-empowering schmaltz and big-wave surfing that gives pic its title an afterthought 
Sentiment: negative

Review: which will please eastwood 's loyal fans -- and suits the story , wherein our hero must ride roughshod over incompetent cops to get his man 
Sentiment: positive

Review: sending the audience 
Sentiment: positive

Review: a dream image of the west to savor whenever the film 's lamer instincts are in the saddle 
Sentiment: positive


Review: propelled by the acting