"Up in the Air" (2009)

George Clooney's never been better than he is in "Up in the Air," the depressingly relevant third film from writer/director Jason Reitman, based on the novel by Walter Kirn. I've seen "Up in the Air" listed as a comedy and while there are laughs in it, I would never lump it in that genre.

"Up in the Air" writer/director Jason Reitman pulled off an interviewing first, doing something no other director has ever done during my nine years of interviewing filmmakers. Reitman started off our interview by saying he wished I'd hated his movie.

Gallery of photos from the movie "Up in the Air" starring George Clooney, Vera Farmiga and Anna Kendrick.

Anna Kendrick may be recognized by millions of females worldwide as Jessica in the "Twilight" film series, but it's her starring role opposite George Clooney in "Up in the Air" that's attracting serious awards attention.

Jason Reitman's third film earned a spot on my Top 10 Movies of 2009 list.

"Up in the Air" earned Academy Award nominations in the Best Picture, Best Actor, Best Supporting Actress, Best Director, and Best Adapted Screenplay categories.

"Up in the Air" trailer and video clips featuring George Clooney, Anna Kendrick, and Vera Farmiga.

Cast list for "Up in the Air," MPAA rating, and release date info.

"The story of a man ready to make a connection."

Paramount Pictures' official site for "Up in the Air." Release Dates: December 4, 2009 (Limited), December 23, 2009 (Wide)