Sherrybaby

Last week I wrote about Maggie Gyllenhaal being one of my must-watch actresses, so it's with great pride I note that she's picked up a Golden Globe nomination for the low-budget Sherrybaby (d. Laurie Collyer).

I'll probably have to wait for DVD to see this one; a glance at the film's Rotten Tomatoes page reveals mostly positive reviews (67%). Gyllenhaal plays a woman recovering from drug addiction and trying to get her life back in order. It will most likely be an honor just to be nominated for Gyllenhaal, she's up against award magnets Judi Dench (Notes on a Scandal) and Kate Winslet (Little Children). Not to mention this year's critical favorite Helen Mirren for The Queen. Penelope Cruz (Volver) rounds out the category.