Such a shame the criticism of this film. I found it a lovely story, and it wasn't fiction, but based on a real woman who dared greatly to be different.
I, for one, found it beautifully inspiring. Yes, the odd "fairy" stuff that popped in briefly a couple times was a little hokey, if you even notice it, but I found it a symbolic representation of her profound positivity & spirit which drove her forward.
I didn't find her mopey or begging: each challenge she faced with surprising optimism & brave problem-solving to do what she did.
Her designs are modest & inspired. Truly different