Review: does n't completely survive its tonal transformation from dark comedy to suspense thriller 
Sentiment: negative

Review: hoffman waits too long to turn his movie in an unexpected direction , and 
Sentiment: negative

Review: a sentimental mess that never rings true . 
Sentiment: negative

Review: has waited three years with breathless anticipation for a new hal hartley movie to pore over 
Sentiment: positive


Review: the problem with this film is that it lacks focus .