The Artist

httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muUImv91kFU A simple story that makes you cry. Rating: [rating: 4/5]

50/50

httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jeh5YXotTTM Honest and personal. Rating: [rating: 4/5]

The Lincoln Lawyer

httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IFwE3UgCMIk Slick, smart and twisty. Rating: [rating: 4/5]

True Grit

httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUiCu-zuAgM The stubborn 14-year-old girl, Mattie, played by Hailee Steinfeld, is one of the most memorable characters of the year. Rating: [rating: 4/5]

The Fighter

httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hwv7kT9P0mg A movie about brotherhood, family and brutal but captivating boxing. Rating: [rating: 4/5]

Black Swan

httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5jaI1XOB-bs Delicate, vulnerable and always frightened, this is a perfect role for Natalie Portman. The music and story of Swan Lake also provides an ideal backdrop of the movie. Rating: [rating: 4/5]

A Single Man

httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sC9Zm1UJ7zs The more I think of it, the more I realize how good it is. Memorable performance, beautiful camera work. Rating: [rating: 4/5]

Avatar

httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVdO-cx-McA Marvelous. The new standard for Sci-Fi movies. Rating: [rating: 4/5]

Up in the Air

httpvh://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rTL1FmvVCuA Ryan's character is perfect for George Clooney - smart, cocky and hearty. Rating: [rating: 4/5]