Review: is a wonderous accomplishment of veracity and narrative grace 
Sentiment: positive

Review: that is richer than anticipated 
Sentiment: positive

Review: would change the fact that what we have here is a load of clams left in the broiling sun for a good three days 
Sentiment: negative

Review: 's something of the ultimate scorsese film , with all the stomach-turning violence , colorful new york gang lore and other hallmarks of his personal cinema painted on their largest-ever historical canvas . 
Sentiment: positive


Review: the quality of the art combined with the humor and intelligence of the script allow the filmmakers to present the biblical message of forgiveness without it ever becoming preachy or syrupy .