Review: a side of contemporary chinese life that many outsiders will be surprised to know exists , and does so with an artistry that also smacks of revelation . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: a gentle and engrossing character study . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: be hard pressed to succumb to the call of the wild 
Sentiment: negative

Review: gesturing 
Sentiment: positive


Review: dwells on crossing-over mumbo jumbo , manipulative sentimentality , and sappy dialogue .