2009

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In 2009, the film industry experienced a wide array of releases across various genres, showcasing both commercial successes and critical acclaim. Blockbuster hits such as "Avatar" and "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" dominated the box office, setting new records and captivating audiences with their immersive storytelling and cutting-edge visual effects. These films demonstrated the enduring appeal of big-budget spectacles and franchise installments.
However, the year also saw the emergence of smaller, independent films that made significant impacts. Works like "The Hurt Locker," directed by Kathryn Bigelow, garnered critical acclaim for its tense portrayal of bomb disposal teams in Iraq, ultimately winning multiple Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. Additionally, films like "Precious" and "Up in the Air" received praise for their poignant storytelling and powerful performances.
2009 was also marked by notable performances from actors across the spectrum. Sandra Bullock's role in "The Blind Side" earned her widespread acclaim and an Academy Award for Best Actress, while Christoph Waltz's chilling portrayal of a Nazi officer in "Inglourious Basterds" earned him an Oscar for Best Supporting Actor.
==Highest-grossing films==
The top 10 films released in 2009 by worldwide gross are as follows:
 Highest-grossing films of 2009
Rank	Title 	Distributor 	Worldwide gross
1 	Avatar 	Fox 	$2,743,577,587
2 	Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince	Warner Bros.	$933,959,197
3 	Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs 	Fox 	$886,686,817
4 	Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen 	Paramount 	$836,303,693
5 	2012 	Sony 	$769,679,473
6 	Up 	Disney 	$735,099,082
7 	The Twilight Saga: New Moon 	Summit 	$709,827,462
8 	Sherlock Holmes 	Warner Bros.	$524,028,679
9 	Angels & Demons 	Sony 	$485,930,816
10 	The Hangover 	Warner Bros.	$469,328,079
== Movies released in 2009 ==
=== By English-speaking countries ===
*List of films released in 2009 in the United States
*List of films released in 2009 in the United Kingdom
*List of films released in 2009 in Australia
=== By non-English speaking countries (External Wikis) ===
==== By Hispanic countries ====
*List of films released in 2009 in Argentina
*List of films released in 2009 in Chile
*List of films released in 2009 in México
*List of films released in 2009 in Venezuela
*List of films released in 2009 in Spain
==== By Lusophone countries ====
*List of films released in 2009 in Brazil
*List of films released in 2009 in Portugal
==== By Slavic countries ====
*List of films released in 2009 in Russia
*List of films released in 2009 in Poland
== Festivals ==
== Awards Ceremonies ==
== References ==
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