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Once (15)
HAVING raved about this microbudget Irish film's release in October, nobody was more pleased than me that it won the Oscar for best song this week. In beating three classically-crafted Disney nominations from Enchanted along the way, Once illustrates the timeless power of songs to cross all borders. Written and directed by John Carner, it's the story of a Dublin busker who also repairs vacuum cleaners. And of an Eastern European Big Issue seller who plays the violin and piano.
Realising their common love, the pair begin a week-long songwriting journey that will either draw them inexorably together - or set them free.
The picture quality is often dark and grainy. But rather than detracting from the experience, such limitations simply mean this is a film that will stay with you forever. Also available to buy for £19.99.