Review: the subtle direction 
Sentiment: positive

Review: it is notable for its stylistic austerity and forcefulness 
Sentiment: positive

Review: carrying this wafer-thin movie on his nimble shoulders , chan wades through putrid writing , direction and timing with a smile that says , ` if i stay positive , maybe i can channel one of my greatest pictures , drunken master . ' 
Sentiment: negative

Review: a very entertaining , thought-provoking film 
Sentiment: positive


Review: not very absorbing characters