I also miss that many good modules deserving rating are not reviewed in CPAN Ratings, just as it would also be handy to have fair critics for many poor modules out there. The problem is that not enough people care or have the time and disposition to write — but that's an ordinary happening with volunteer-maintained services. I feel that most CPAN reviews at the site are serious and worthy reading and taking into consideration. Both good and bad reviews usually help me understand what to expect from a module or distribution.