Joseph Gordon-Levitt deals with the cancer diagnosis in the 50/50 (2011) trailer

Don’t be turned off or misled by the inclusion of the oft one-dimensional Seth Rogen, 50/50 (2011) has been regarded one of the year’s best yet-to-be-released films and most compelling dramas; the comedy is a nice touch to the dire situation, but by no means is the film to be considered a straight up comedy.  In actuality, early screenings had many viewers in tears at how well the film depicts the situation and praised Joseph Gordon-Levitt‘s portrayal of the conflicted character and Anna Kendrick’s strong performance as well.  Critics have applauded the filmmaker’s ability to smoothly shift between and balance the lighthearted tone with the grave prognosis.  My expectations for the film have steadily risen to the point that it nearly cracks the top twenty-five on my Most Anticipated Films list and may do so in a few weeks.