Los Angeles Times film critic Betsy Sharkey wrote that Belushi 's performance was so nuanced and full of depth .
Belushi was able to skillfully rely upon the depth that William Shatner had given to the character 's prior portrayals .
Los Angeles Times film critic Betsy Sharkey wrote that Belushi 's performance was so nuanced and full of depth , because he was able to skillfully rely upon the depth that William Shatner had given to the character 's prior portrayals .