The Oklahoma Film Critics Circle has named "The Hurt Locker" as the best motion picture of 2009.
The drama focuses on an elite group of soldiers tasked with disarming bombs in Iraq. Its director, Kathryn Bigelow, was honored by the film group as best director.
Top performance honors went to George Clooney as best actor for his portrayal of a high-flying hatchet man in "Up in the Air." Best actress honors went to Meryl Streep for her transformation into famed chef Julia Child in "Julie & Julia."
Mo'Nique earned the best supporting actress spot as an abusive mother in "Precious." Christoph Waltz handily won best supporting actor for his role as a sinister SS officer in "Inglourious Basterds."
OFCC members are Oklahoma-based movie critics who write for print and online outlets.
Copyright 2009 The Associated Press.
