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Just released, ex-convict Eddie Palmer (Justin Timberlake) returns to his small home town where his legacy of football star is long in the past. While trying to put his life back together he meets Sam (Ryder Allen), a kid from a troubled home with a unique personality and they slowly begin to bond. Old friends, the police, Sam's mother, a new employer and a new friend give texture to a predictable tale and we follow what happens to all involved.

It is not without its flaws and some of the characters are a caricature of the people they represent but the performances from Justin Timberlake, Ryder Allen and Juno Temple (as Sam's mother) feel authentic and you find yourself pulled into the story.

This one never felt slow, didn't have any pointless filler and left me with a tear in my eye and the thought that I must leave a badly written review to encourage anyone who hasn't seen it to give it a go. I thought it was wonderful.

Having watched this film and been pleasantly surprised by how much I liked it, I then did what I usually do and searched for others' reviews. Interesting to find some negativity but more so to find the positive reviews coming from the slightly older generation, as I am. I wonder why that is?

The film deals a little with tragedy but with a little added sugar to sweeten the darkness. Every character is likeable and honest. I felt for Harriet's loss but also hoped for her future. I was pleasantly pulled along with the story and never lost interest, was never bored.

The final moments may split the audience and have them drawing comparisons with other films. But for me, although not surprising, was the inevitable, perfect finish.

I really liked it.

I was looking for something light-hearted and entertaining to watch. Maybe with a few feels and some laughs. The trailer made me think of Major League but toned down and a little more staid. It was not that at all but am very glad of it.

I got a lot more. It turns out Johnny Knoxville can turn in a very good performance. Coupled with a great supporting cast that seemed to be directed almost as if ad-libbed. The scripting and end result is great.

Knoxville plays Morris, who we find staying at a rehabilitation house attempting to get his life back by way of coaching his fellow housemates in a softball competition. The comedy is balanced well with the serious side of addiction, with a group of diverse but relatable characters. The result is a far more realistic portrayal of recovery without becoming overly dark. I never once thought it was depressing but, through my own experiences, never felt the subject was treated with anything but respect and honesty.

This one surprised me. Not what I was expecting but am very glad I found it.