Review: nothing more than an amiable but unfocused bagatelle that plays like a loosely-connected string of acting-workshop exercises . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: but the film itself is ultimately quite unengaging . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: pieces of the famous director 's life 
Sentiment: positive

Review: smart to ignore but a little too smugly superior to like 
Sentiment: negative


Review: the storylines are woven together skilfully , the magnificent swooping aerial shots are breathtaking , and the overall experience is awesome .