Review: , his most personal work yet . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: a portrait of alienation so perfect , 
Sentiment: positive

Review: a heartfelt conviction 
Sentiment: positive

Review: french cinema 's master craftsmen 
Sentiment: positive


Review: hashiguchi covers this territory with wit and originality , suggesting that with his fourth feature -- the first to be released in the u.s. -- a major director is emerging in world cinema .