Article: Michael Clayton,' Gone Baby Gone' have date with Oscar

After an incredibly long barren period, the movie scene in Lancaster is picking up.

Last week I saw two absolutely terrific movies - "Michael Clayton" and "Gone Baby Gone" - that reminded me why I love movies.

One starred hunky George Clooney, who pops up in the tabloids more than serious actors should. The other was directed by Ben Affleck, former lightweight half of the phenomenon that was Bennifer.

Go figure.

Both movies are complex, moody and beautifully acted. They force you to use your brain as well as your heart.

And, let's face it, this being the fall, these are the kind of movies that get nominated for Oscars.

You know the kind of movies ...

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