Review: a fascinating curiosity piece -- fascinating , that is , for about ten minutes . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: the plot is paper-thin and 
Sentiment: negative

Review: what a great shame that such a talented director as chen kaige has chosen to make his english-language debut with a film so poorly plotted and scripted . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: not a strike 
Sentiment: positive


Review: the most entertaining bonds