Review: the people in jessica are so recognizable and true that , as in real life , we 're never sure how things will work out . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: all the way to the credits 
Sentiment: positive

Review: everything that 's good is ultimately scuttled by a plot that 's just too boring and obvious 
Sentiment: negative

Review: was more diverting and thought-provoking 
Sentiment: positive


Review: the predominantly amateur cast is painful to watch , so stilted and unconvincing are the performances .