Review: juliette binoche 's sand is vivacious , but it 's hard to sense that powerhouse of 19th-century prose behind her childlike smile . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: most high-concept films candy-coat with pat storylines , precious circumstances and beautiful stars 
Sentiment: positive

Review: there 's the inimitable diaz , holding it all together . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: must have read ` seeking anyone with acting ambition but no sense of pride or shame . 
Sentiment: negative


Review: understand why this did n't connect with me would require another viewing