TASK DEFINITION: Classify given movie review into two categories: positive, or negative based on its content.
PROBLEM: mandel holland's direction is uninspired , and his scripting unsurprising , but the performances by phifer and black are ultimately winning . you'll find yourself wishing that you and they were in another movie .

SOLUTION: negative

PROBLEM: a twisty , moody slice of southern gothic . . .

SOLUTION: positive

PROBLEM: the movie is almost completely lacking in suspense , surprise and consistent emotional conviction .

SOLUTION:
negative