BrianSez's Review

Summary - Good 3.0

Laid off, kicked out by your wife, driven back to the drink that caused your mess…. Will Ferrell is endearing as a relapsing alcoholic who befriends a local kid (Christopher John Wallace) and a neighbor woman (Rebecca Hall) as he sorts through the disaster he created for himself. Sitting on his lawn, all his stuff around – the relationships with his new-found friends turn out to be a blessing in disguise — both for him and them. I was somehow touched by this movie, and you just might be also.

Acting - Good 3.0

Will Ferrell is supposed to be a drunkard in this movie, but he comes across much more subdued, and ultimately just a really good guy. Of course, he has bits of his classic comedy – but only bits. Rebecca Hall is thoughtfully attractive – cautiously supportive. Laura Dern – recognizable – but just a short part. She could have been the Rebecca Hall in this movie. Standout kid actor was a surprise. Wonder if we’ll see more of him. Stephen Root has a few short stints as well. Always liked him.

Film - Good 3.0

The focus of this film is basically a character study for Will Ferrell, and it was a remarkable achievement as such. Nothing special about the production other than the well chosen characters.

Edge - Tame 1.1

Reality - Glib 1.8

2 Comments

• BrianSez Apr 23, 2012 7:39AM

  Regarding BrianSez’s Review
  Had no idea! Interesting indeed

• MJ5K Apr 22, 2012 9:46PM

  Regarding BrianSez’s Review
  Great review, Bri. Did you know that kid in this movie is actually the son of Notorious B.I.G.? Interesting.

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