Review: presents a side of contemporary chinese life that many outsiders will be surprised to know exists , and does so with an artistry that also smacks of revelation . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: is such a mesmerizing one 
Sentiment: positive

Review: remains brightly optimistic , coming through in the end 
Sentiment: positive

Review: i 'm not a fan of the phrase ` life affirming ' because it usually means ` schmaltzy , ' 
Sentiment: negative


Review: viewed as pure composition and form --