John Sayles it the guy who I think is always rock solid, but never flashy enough to win an award.

I didn't think The Dark Knight was the greatest movie ever, but the writing was really ambitious. And I thought it was a bit bogus that Doubt and Frost/Nixon were considered 'adapted' screenplays. I know movies are different than plays, but it was still the same writer for both movies. I've 'adapted' my own short stories before, I don't think that should count either.

I think this guy's obvious love for Mullholland Drive is a little baffling, but I agree about Eternal Sunshine.