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'The Hangover,' 'Up in the Air,' 'Precious' make AFI Top Ten of 2009

'Hurt Locker,' 'Coraline' also in the mix

By Gregory Ellwood Sunday, Dec 13, 2009 6:37 PM

'The Hangover,' 'Up in the Air,' 'Precious' make AFI Top Ten of 2009

"The Hangover" was recognized as one of the top ten films of the year by the American Film Institute. Who knew? Certainly not the cast when they were shooting it.

Credit: Warner Bros.

 

The American Film Institute announced it's top ten films for 2009 today.  The surprises included the inclusion of one of the year's biggest comedies, two animated features and a few indies that may or may not receive awards recognition elsewhere.

The full list of winners:


"Up"
"Up in the Air"
"Coraline"
"The Hangover"
"The Hurt Locker"
"The Messenger"
"Precious"
"A Serious Man"
"Sugar"
"A Single Man"


Which contenders didn't make the cut? "Invictus," "Inglourious Basterds," "Nine," "Avatar," "The Lovely Bones" and "Crazy Heart."  All five could have used the honor to boost their awards season prospects.

Agree or disagree with the American Film Institute's choices? Share your thoughts below.

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With over a decade of experience in the movie industry, Ellwood survived working for two major studios, launched the Hollywood Hitlist on MSN Movies and revamped The Envelope for the 07-08 season. A co-founder of HitFix, Ellwood spends his time relaxing on the basketball court. And even at his advanced age, can still hit a clutch 3 and keep up with those youngin's on the defensive end.

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