Review: funny , somber , absurd , and , finally , achingly sad , bartleby is a fine , understated piece of filmmaking . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: you 're in a slap-happy mood 
Sentiment: positive

Review: try as you might to scrutinize the ethics of kaufman 's approach , somehow it all comes together to create a very compelling , sensitive , intelligent and almost cohesive piece of film entertainment . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: get by on humor that is not even as daring as john ritter 's glory days on three 's company 
Sentiment: negative


Review: lush and beautifully photographed ( somebody suggested the stills might make a nice coffee table book ) , but ultimately you 'll leave the theater wondering why these people mattered .