Collateral
#39 in my movie challenge for the year was Collateral, directed by Michael Mann. While Tom Cruise may be an insensitive buffoon, he can sometimes act well, and here he does. Jamie Foxx is the everyday guy whose life quickly spirals out of control due to a bizarre chain of circumstances. He absolutely deserved his Oscar nomination. Collateral is beautiful to look at, well acted, fast paced and mesmerizing. I was so impressed with this film that I watched all the extras; I rarely watch even one. They made me appreciate the film, its direction and the acting all the more.