Review: we 've seen it all before in one form or another , but director hoffman , with great help from kevin kline , makes us care about this latest reincarnation of the world 's greatest teacher . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: for those who are intrigued by politics of the '70s , the film is every bit as fascinating as it is flawed . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: life 
Sentiment: positive

Review: cared much about any aspect of it , from its cheesy screenplay to the grayish quality of its lighting 
Sentiment: negative


Review: is downright movie penance