"Stranger Than Fiction": Better Than Expected

I pretty much agree with Peter T. Chattaway's review of Stranger Than Fiction.

It's worth seeing for good performances, a clever and whimsical script, attractive and creative cinematography, and some scenes that are memorably poignant.

Oh, yeah... and there's a supporting actor whose small role will astonish viewers who recognize him. When I turned and whispered his name to my friend, the guy almost choked in amazement. You love this guy, but I suspect you haven't seen him for a long, long time.

I won't mention his name, because the surprise is just too sweet.