Review: the writer-director of this little $ 1.8 million charmer , which may not be cutting-edge indie filmmaking 
Sentiment: negative

Review: spirit is a visual treat , and it takes chances that are bold by studio standards 
Sentiment: positive

Review: just sneers 
Sentiment: negative

Review: odd , inexplicable and unpleasant 
Sentiment: negative


Review: never again , while nothing special , is pleasant , diverting and modest -- definitely a step in the right direction .