All this year we've used this space to chronicle the annals of pop culture. Specifically, whether or not certain members of this all-encompassing umbrella term are overrated or underrated.

Sandra Bullock is a two-time Golden Globe nominated actress who in 2007 was ranked the 14th richest female celebrity. She has starred in movies of all genres -

Hey, isn’t that...? You know, that guy. The guy that always plays someone in the military. He was in, uh, Syriana, The Kingdom... Oh yeah! He was the father of the emo kid in American Beauty!

A wry blend of dark humor, romantic deception, and stylish melodrama-with an invigorating dash of suspense-- Married Life is an unconventional fable for grown-ups about the irresistible power and utter madness of love.

And then there were five. Oscar morning has come and gone, featuring the usual mix of surprises, sure things and people getting up way too early. Here's a rundown of who's in, who's out, and what to expect come Oscar night.

Jamie Foxx leads an all-star ensemble cast including Jennifer Garner, Chris Cooper, Jason Bateman and Jeremy Piven in an explosive action-packed thriller directed by Peter Berg about an elite FBI team sent to Saudi Arabia to stop a terrorist before he strikes again in The Kingdom.

Actor Jamie Foxx landed in hot water in the Middle East - when he greeted fans with an 'offensive' thumb gesture. The Hollywood action hero arrived in the United Arab Emirates to film his latest movie The Kingdom making thumbs-up signs to adoring fans.

Simultaneously a well-crafted action flick and a drama about global politics, ''The Kingdom'' wants to appeal to both the lowest common denominator as well as those seeking slightly more intellectual fare.

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Jamie Foxx's career has taken him from the standup stage to the Oscar stage. Now he has a permanent spot on Hollywood Boulevard.

LOS ANGELES (AP) - Hollywood may not have a Harry Potter, Spider-Man, Shrek or Capt. Jack Sparrow on its upcoming lineup. Yet the fall and holiday schedule does offer filmgoers a chance to catch up with some familiar characters, stories and movie-making teams.