10 Greatest Actresses Of 2009

The following are actresses that have captivated me this year. Whether it’s lead or supporting, these fine ladies posses great talents and deserve to be recognized for their excellent performances. I’m judging by the movies I’ve seen this year, I haven’t seen The Last Station yet so I’m not able to include Helen Mirren at this point. Here’s my list of 10 greatest actresses of 2009, after the jump…

1. Carey Mulligan (An Education)
2. Sandra Bullock (The Blind Side)
3. Anna Kendrick (Up In The Air)
4. Mo’nique (Precious)
5. Carla Gugino (Women In Trouble)
6. Penelope Cruz (Broken Embraces)
7. Meryl Streep (Julie & Julia)
8. Gabourey Sidibe (Precious)
9. Evan Rachel Wood (Whatever Works)
10. Diane Kruger (Inglourious Basterds)

Other Worthy Contenders:

Isabelle Fuhrmann (Orphan)
Patricia Clarkson (Whatever Works)
Michelle Pfeiffer (Cheri)
Sofia Vassilieva (My Sister’s Keeper)
Marion Cotillard (Nine)