Review: it is most remarkable not because of its epic scope , but because of the startling intimacy it achieves despite that breadth . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: a dashing and resourceful hero ; a lisping , reptilian villain ; big fights ; big hair ; lavish period scenery ; and a story 
Sentiment: positive

Review: is complex from the start -- and , refreshingly , stays that way 
Sentiment: positive

Review: artfully 
Sentiment: positive


Review: , to my great pleasure ,