I would have him shorten the hair in the back and on the sides and gradually lengthen it as it moved forward if you want that swept forward look. I think this would allow for better blending. I think the way that the cut is now it looks like the worlds longest comb over only going from back to front as opposed to side to side. It doesn't look fake at all, it just looks kind of weird. I think once you have a well blended cut in that suits your style and your face you'll be frickin' over the moon about it because it'll look brilliant!