Review: a little more intensity and a little less charm would have saved this film a world of hurt . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: it is ok for a movie to be something of a sitcom apparatus , 
Sentiment: positive

Review: compelling , gut-clutching piece 
Sentiment: positive

Review: good performances keep it from being a total rehash . 
Sentiment: positive


Review: its true-to-life characters , its sensitive acting , its unadorned view of rural life and the subtle direction of first-timer hilary birmingham