Melt 2 tablespoons of schmaltz in the skillet over medium high heat. (idahopotato.com)
Critics Consensus: Laden with schmaltz and largely bereft of evident narrative purpose, North represents an early major disappointment from previously sure - handed director Rob Reiner. (rottentomatoes.com)
Gibson encroaches into schmaltz on occasion, but the ending is still quite powerful, especially as played out over James Horner's rousing score. (qwipster.net)