Review: rediscovers his passion in life 
Sentiment: positive

Review: romanek 's themes are every bit as distinctive as his visuals . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: once again he has n't lost his touch , bringing off a superb performance in an admittedly middling film 
Sentiment: positive

Review: unlike most animaton from japan , the characters move with grace and panache 
Sentiment: positive


Review: ( has ) an immediacy and an intimacy that sucks you in and dares you not to believe it 's all true .