Murray (who hasn't lost his comedic touch) plays a fouled-mouthed and drunken Vietnam War veteran who becomes the unlikely mentor of his 12-year-old neighbor (Lieberher) whose mother (McCarthy) works long hours. While a little overdone, Watts adds some extra laughs that go a long way, and O'Dowd underplays his charm as the boy's school teacher. Lieberher makes his theatrical debut, and is very likable, which can be a rarity for child actors who aren't in a family film; however, he is a bit too well-spoken at times, which tests the boundaries of believability. An A+ conclusion, but that's not to imply that the beginning and middle don't hit all the right notes either. Highly recommended.
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