Review: puportedly `` based on true events , '' a convolution of language that suggests it 's impossible to claim that it is `` based on a true story '' with a straight face . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: weighed down by supporting characters who are either too goodly , wise and knowing or downright comically evil 
Sentiment: negative

Review: the plot is both contrived and cliched 
Sentiment: negative

Review: the compassion , good-natured humor 
Sentiment: positive


Review: something fresh to say