Review: a worthy idea , but the uninspired scripts , acting and direction never rise above the level of an after-school tv special . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: is worth a look for its true-to-life characters , its sensitive acting , its unadorned view of rural life and the subtle direction of first-timer hilary birmingham 
Sentiment: positive

Review: of warmth , color and cringe 
Sentiment: positive

Review: 's a clear-eyed portrait of an intensely lived time , filled with nervous energy , moral ambiguity and great uncertainties . 
Sentiment: positive


Review: an enjoyable choice for younger kids