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Vincent Canby, New York Times: Brisk, richly characterized fiction that cuts as deeply and truly as any documentary. Read more
James Berardinelli, ReelViews: Without ever mentioning politics, Loach makes the most powerful and effective of political statements -- one that relies on subtlety and the intelligence of the audience. Read more
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times: The film is good-hearted and the characters are easy to identify with, but what I liked best was the underlying humor, even in this desperate situation. Read more
Hal Hinson, Washington Post: Gripping and sadly true to life. Read more