Review: develops a startling story that works both as a detailed personal portrait and as a rather frightening examination of modern times . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: a sweet , tender sermon about a 12-year-old welsh boy more curious 
Sentiment: positive

Review: magic and whimsy for children , a heartfelt romance for teenagers and a compelling argument about death 
Sentiment: positive

Review: its love of life and beauty 
Sentiment: positive


Review: emerges in the movie , using a plot that could have come from an animated-movie screenwriting textbook