If Sandra Bullock movies could be characterized in one word
, it would be "reality." The actress doesn't look like a Barbie doll. She has a freshness that is usually attributed to the girl next door. The movies portray believable characters even when they are given a touch of real life humor. She has been recognized by her peers in 2009 with a nomination for her role in Blind Side.
Although she is known for adding comedic elements to her roles, it is not the in-your-face type humor that can overwhelm a story line. She portrays characters who can see humor in even a bad situation. The Proposal moving from 2009 is an example. She's a strong career woman placed in completely foreign surroundings who manages to keep her positive outlook.
A desire to be in a comedy genre film that isn't predictable comedy placed Miss Bullock in Miss Congeniality 2. This movie didn't follow the path of many happily-ever-after stories, but had unique character development of Regina King. Unlike many of this type of movie there were some terrific fight scenes.
On a more serious side and in a different genre, the movie Crash features a group of ethnically diverse people from Los Angeles neighborhoods. Lives collide and individuals are forced to look at racial intolerance in their lives. Miss Bullock considers this film one of her best. She names Crash as the best experience in making the movie, out of the 30 plus films that she has completed.
Miss Bullock received her first nomination for an Academy Award with the movie Blind Side. Her dramatic role is that of foster mother for Michael Oher of National Football League fame. The movie is a serious role based on a true story.
Sandra Bullock movies have managed to span two decades with no loss of popularity amongst her fans. Romantic comedy continues to be her best known genre, but the recognition of her dramatic abilities has provided another outlet for her creative talents. Three 2009 movies were released with her presence and only one was not well received by the critics.