Dan in Real Life: *** (out of a possible **** stars)

I think Steve Carrell is quickly becoming one of the most likable comedic actors in Hollywood. This movie does have it’s share of humor, but it’s more serious than most of his previous efforts, and Dane Cook (in a supporting role) is surprisingly (and thankfully) subdued from his usual vulgar, in-your-face style of comedy. Oh, and the middle daughter in this film deserves a hard, swift kick to the head...