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This marks the first post in a new series called Muses and Maestros, featuring some of the most talented pairings in modern film. First up, Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese.

The players: Leonardo DiCaprio and Martin Scorsese
The works: Gangs of New York,The Aviator, The Departed, Shutter Island

The most famous actor/director duo that Martin Scorsese will ever be involved in is his partnership with Robert DeNiro. The movie classics that evolved from that relationship will always be untouched. With that said, Scorsese is treading similar waters with Leonardo DiCaprio to great results. The Departed finally netted Scorsese that coveted Best Director trophy and it's hard to argue that DiCaprio's performance isn't a major reason for the film's success.

DiCaprio has gone on to other great work for directors besides Scorsese (Steven Spielberg, Christopher Nolan, Ridley Scott), but his highs have rarely reached the same heights that Shutter Island accomplished. Still, the…

Want to eat in the same pub that Jack Nicholson broke Leonardo DiCaprio's hand in The Departed? Hit the club from Boardwalk Empire? See the Bandshell from Breakfast at Tiffany’s?

On Location Tours is giving away two tickets (airfare not included) to tour all of these locations and more in New York City and Boston. All you have to do is have the most comments for the month of November. At the end of the month the comments will be tallied and you and a friend can see all these sites and more.

A tad disappointing that this won't be enjoying a stateside release before next year, but our friends to the North and the UK will be seeing this. Colin Farrell has really picked it up as of late when it comes to his role selection and Ray Winstone as a mob boss? Perfect casting. Add along the fact that it's written by The Departed scribe William Monahan and what's not to like?

Over the last ten years, the cinema has given us a great deal to be thankful for: a rebirth of the Batman franchise, a series of examinations of what it means to live in this particular decade, and a mass of character studies whether they be animated or popcorn thrillers. As much as I have enjoyed the offerings, a list must be culled together for the end of the year. Except this year is different, this year ten films must be selected from hundreds. Below are some of the best of the aughts. Enjoy!

10) There Will Be Blood
Paul Thomas Anderson's magnum opus, a scathing look at extremism in America and the evils of greed and profiteering from religion. It also features the best performance of the decade with Daniel Day-Lewis as oil-man Daniel Plainview.

9)  Up
A beautiful tale that entrances all ages, Up managed to captivate children and tell a tale that adults cherish as well.

8) The Dark Knight
Maybe just a comic book film, but it is the best comic book film. Christopher Nolan did …