The story, despite a lot of subplots that feel like they should connect, doesn’t really end up going anywhere, producing a genuine “what was the point” feeling as the credits begin to roll.

As drama, it is dull and pointless, slow, predictable and completely without style. However, as melodrama, it achieves a level of camp that is fairly entertaining.

There is a lot of wacky content to fit in one movie. Somehow, absolutely none of it is interesting.

In its uncomplicated way, it encompasses the beauty of this world and the challenges of living in it. It is a truly touching story.