"Red Sparrow" trailers intrigued, yet rating unexpectedly sagged. One can see why.

The trailers depict an incredibly sexy woman who doubled as an action hero. Well, done, Jennifer Lawrence! Unfortunately for ratings, the movie included much more. A more complex ensemble with more complex characters, and intricate plot that ... gasp! ... included unfamiliar non-English names and foreign locales! While the trailers drew masses of "Fast and Furious" fans who wanted the same thing, plus steamy sex, they instead got a twisting storyline that requires ... oh, scandal! ... concentration! Thinking! How could Hollywood do this to it's poor unsuspecting public?

Not likely a classic, yet still a worthy movie and a story well told. To be fair, though ... if "Fast and Furious" is your cup of tea, skip this one.