Review: achieves its emotional power and moments of revelation with restraint and a delicate ambiguity 
Sentiment: positive

Review: an infinitely wittier version of the home alone formula . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: ( a ) smarter and much funnier version of the old police academy flicks . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: repetitive arguments , schemes and treachery 
Sentiment: negative


Review: the subtle strength of `` elling '' is that it never loses touch with the reality of the grim situation .