Review: a side of contemporary chinese life that many outsiders will be surprised to know exists , and does so with an artistry that also smacks of revelation . 
Sentiment: positive

Review: feeling like no other film in recent history 
Sentiment: positive

Review: keep the story compelling 
Sentiment: positive

Review: throws in too many conflicts to keep the story compelling 
Sentiment: negative


Review: should be doing a lot of things , but does n't