Spotlight On... February 2012

February 2012: Jessica Chastain

Spotlight On: Jessica Chastain

Perhaps the biggest breakout star of 2011, Jessica Chastain starred in 6 films, including 'The Debt', 'Tree of Life', and 'The Help', the latter two both garnering Oscar nominations for Best Picture. For her role as Celia Foote in 'The Help', Chastain received her first Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress. Being one of the biggest hits of the year, 'The Help' has helped launched her career as a major movie star, and she's definitely the star to watch in 2012, even if she doesn't take home Oscar gold.

Spotlight On... January 2012

January 2012: Meryl Streep

Spotlight On: Meryl Streep

One of the most revered actors in Hollywood, Meryl Streep holds the record for the most Oscar nominations of any actor, with 17. She has won twice, once for Best Supporting Actress in "Kramer vs. Kramer", and once for Best Actress for "Sophie's Choice". This year, she stars in 'The Iron Lady', a biopic about Margaret Thatcher, Britain's only female Prime Minister. Already having become one of the most talented and hard-working actresses in Hollywood, Streep has outdone herself in her transformation into Thatcher. Expect a tight race to the finish between Streep and Viola Davis this year.