Zoe Kazan, "Ruby Sparks": Best actress isn't in the cards for Kazan's sparkling performance as an imaginary girl come to life in this overlooked gem — but what about some screenwriting love for the way in which first-time writer Kazan artfully balanced jokes and hard truths as she crafted the ultimate celebration and the ultimate takedown of the Manic Pixie Dream Girl archetype? — STEVE POND
