Review: as the most magical and most fun family fare of this or any recent holiday season 
Sentiment: positive

Review: is worth a look for its true-to-life characters , its sensitive acting , its unadorned view of rural life and the subtle direction of first-timer hilary birmingham . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: is compelling enough , 
Sentiment: positive

Review: be especially grateful for freedom after a film like this 
Sentiment: positive


Review: smart , steamy mix