Review: choppy ending 
Sentiment: negative

Review: an alluring backdrop for this sensuous and spirited tale of a prim widow who finds an unlikely release in belly-dancing clubs 
Sentiment: positive

Review: of explosive physical energy and convincing intelligence 
Sentiment: positive

Review: an inspired portrait 
Sentiment: positive


Review: 's a testament to the film 's considerable charm that it succeeds in entertaining , despite playing out like a feature-length sitcom replete with stereotypical familial quandaries .