TASK DEFINITION: In this task, you are given product reviews about dvds. The goal is to classify the review as "POS" if the overall sentiment of the review is positive(the reviewer is satisfied) or as "NEG" if the overall sentiment of the review is negative(the reviewer is not satisfied).
PROBLEM: What Were They Thinking? . Man, I don't know what the other reviewers of this movie were smoking, but it should be illegal!  This is, first off, a terrible DVD: 4:3 (full screen) format, with a dark, muddy picture.  Worse, the plot is typical, predictable, and poorly written.  Other than looking for glimpses of Teri Hatcher's body, sitting through this fiasco is a total bore.  I was also surprised at how bad Teri's acting was in this movie, since I've seen her do much better in things she was in previous to this.  That is probably the fault of the director, Erik Anjou, a third-rate director (at best!) who has done a total of two movies and one documentary.  Gee, I wonder why he isn't in more demand (NOT!)!    I can enjoy "B" movies, and bad movies, but this one is just so totally non-involving that it is not even good enough to laugh at.  I can't imagine that this mess was released on DVD for any reason other than to cash in on Teri Hatcher's current popularity, and to suck the cash out of people who are anxious to see a younger (29 year-old) Teri Hatcher nude.      Rent this, if you must, but, wow, there is no reason anyone should want to buy a movie this bad

SOLUTION: NEG

PROBLEM: "The Fat Nothing" . Horrible movie, only worth watching if you are a Jayne Mansfield or Phyllis Diller fan. Movie looks like it was cheaply filmed and only uses about 4 scenes in entire movie. However, if you like cartoons, than you might like this movie. The singer Laurie Berger is the funniest when she sings and dances her solo. Save your money for a fast food burger.

SOLUTION: NEG

PROBLEM: "Howards End" Criterion DVD Stands Above Previous Release . The original DVD release of "Howards End" was the no-frills which probably was fine with everyone who has a tight-budget on DVD collection.  However, after watching this version has totally changed my mind about Criterion DVD editions.  Now, the picture is crisp and sharper compared to the grainy texture of the original transfer.  The scene of Leonard Bast's stroll in the meadows of bluebells was so much more dream-like with the magnificent violet and green colors on the screen.  Also, the music seems to surround all around you compared to the original release which seemed almost like watching on the TV with speakers in your face.  You really have to appreciate that such a film gets the attention for being placed on Criterion release.  Actually, this is released through HVE which is pretty much sister company of Criterion.    Anyways, the film itself is probably the best production of the Merchant-Ivory team.  Its beauty is in its storytelling of the Wilcox and Schlegel families with the best performace from Emma Thompson and Anthony Hopkins.  The supporting cast is equally good with Helena Bonham-Carter and Vanessa Redgrave.  You probably will get the most satisfication from viewing the second disc.  It has several commentaries from James Ivory and Ishmail Merchant.  Also, Helena Bonham-Carter tells her hardships with some scenes such as the row boat with the hidden roaring motor and also the rainy return home from a music recital with some trouble from the umbrella.  It was also interesting to listen from the production team about the transformation of London into the Edwardian period with the scenes and clothing/fashion.    Overall, this Criterion DVD edition is worth every penny if you are a fan of filmmaking.  You definitely appreciate the efforts and dedication of Merchant and Ivory to fund and make such a film.  I really can't regret this purchase since many times, films don't get the royal treatment of Criterion.  Oscar-worthy movies are usually quickly released to the masses rather than being tailored for those with higher standards for the DVD viewing experience

SOLUTION:
POS