Complex sentence: The general reception for the French critics of "Judex" was fairly positive, with most critics applauded the homage to the original silent film serial while noting the problems that arose when with the over-conscientious approach to style and atmosphere.
Split into simpler sentences: The general reception for the French critics of "Judex" was fairly positive. Most critics applauded the homage to the original silent film serial while noting the problems that arose when with the over-conscientious approach to style and atmosphere.