Review: suffers from a paunchy midsection , several plodding action sequences and a wickedly undramatic central theme 
Sentiment: negative

Review: does n't offer much in terms of plot or acting . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: 's serious , poetic , earnest and -- sadly -- dull . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: straight-shooting family film 
Sentiment: positive


Review: small in scope , yet perfectly formed