Set during the Christmas season, the film was not well received on its initial release.

Sea Dogs received mixed views from critics on its release.

The film received very high acclaim in France on its initial release.

The film received an overwhelmingly positive reception from the popular press on its release.

The film received a negative reception from critics on its initial release.

The album received a generally positive response on its release.

Faith received an ambivalent response from critics on its release.

It also received mixed reactions from fans on its release.

The film did not receive many reviews in Japan on its initial release.

The film received a positive critical reception on its release.