Best Actor 2009

Where as with the women there was none to pick from, the men have an abundance. I really could do a top 10 with ease. But lets stick to the classic 5.

And They Are.....

5. Morgan Freeman-Invictus

With almost to much ease this veteran actor transforms himself into Nelson Mandela.

4. Sam Rockwell-Moon

Balancing a duel rule and captivating an audience with no one else on screen. Rockwell succeeds in giving a face to humanity.

3. Colin Firth-A Single Man

He may not have physically looked as horrible as everyone was saying but Firth is perfect as a depressive looking for answers in a bleak world.

2. Jeremy Renner-The Hurt Locker

The performance I most want to emulate this year. He is both a "wild man" and comforting in this adrenaline driven performance.

1. Jeff Bridges-Crazy Heart

Its time, give the man his oscar.

Honorable Mentions:

Max Records-Where The Wild Things Are

Michael Stuhlbarg-A Serious Man

Jessie Eisenberg-Adventureland

Edgar Flores-Sin Nombre

Nicolas Cage-Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans

Adam Sandler-Funny People

George Clooney-Up in The Air

Sharlto Copley-District 9