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Read the reviews from these two critics to find out why they feel this film succeeds despite the sentimental nature of the screenplay.

Cranky critic refers to this Czech drama about a middle-aged bachelor and the young boy he looks after as little more than "a cute kid movie."

Movie critic discusses the style, performances, and story of this 1996 film from the Czech Republic.

Good-natured Czech film receives high ratings from this Chicago Sun-Times critic.

Contains a positive commentary on the work of director Jan Sverak and cinematographer Vladimir Smutny in this 1996 film.