With a seasoned super-star and an inexperienced director, "Dirty" carries with it the weight of trial, error and success from a filmmaker at the beginning of his career. Writer and director Chris Fisher guides us down the streets of Los Angeles, where Officer Salim Adel, played by Oscar-winning Cuba Gooding Jr.

Oscar season officially began three weeks ago with the announcement of this year's nominees. This year's contenders include a selection of films that range from political and insightful to tragic and moving. With no two films up for best picture that are similar, this year's Academy Awards are sure to bring a wide range of audience and perspective.