'Win Win' expertly balances the poignant and humorous

One third family drama, one third socioeconomic commentary and one third inspirational sports comedy, writer-director Tom McCarthy's 'Win Win' is a delight to behold even though its conclusion reinforces the notion that nice guys still finish last.

But hey, it's true, and though a handful of recent films have tried to reflect on the pulse of the nation, this bittersweet dramedy may be the closest thing to an honest depiction of the state of contemporary American communities.