They are all female, as far as I know. They are all alive. They are all pretty darn amazing at acting. And they are all pretty good at picking roles in awesome movies! Of course, there are tons more I love for their talent, but I haven't yet seen enough of their roles to secure them a place on this list.

I have started an interactive blog through which I attempt to list the most meaningful movies of all time, from the very beginning of motion picture history. Check it out and feel free to get involved at: www.themoviecanon.blogspot.com