Darryl Jewett

although comprised of many derivative elements, The Midnight Sky escapes rank sentimentalism and is a moving homage to many disparate genres including buddy, road-trip, disaster and last-man-on-Earth films to deliver an ambiguous but poignant statement about the human condition. bring a box of tissues (or two). expertly crafted with great direction, performances, original score, cinematography and script. in a weak field of contestants, this may be the year that Clooney's beard gets an oscar nod for best supporting actor.