And pacing problems aside, the scifi-less first third of the film was necessary setup for a Cornetto Trilogy staple: That scene that comes along and punches you right in your tear ducts. (themarysue.com)
In the first third of the film, Jacob's bank crashes spectacularly, triggering the suicide of its founder - and Jacob's mentor - Lou Zabel (Frank Langella). (totalpolitics.com)
After the first third of the film, the rest drags, some of the punch lines flop and dramatic moments that attempt to diversify the film's humor aren't emotional. (hollywoodchicago.com)