TELEVISION
"2009 American Music Awards," 8 p.m. KFSN (Channel 30.1): Janet Jackson kicks off this awards show that honors artists in Pop/Rock, Country, Rap/Hip-Hop, Soul/R&B, Alternative, Adult Contemporary, Latin and Contemporary Inspirational. Winners are determined by online voting.

DVD
"Star Trek": This look at how the crew of the Enterprise came together plays off the early days of the characters from the original television series against an evil plot that will rip the fabric of the universe apart. Director J.J. Abrams accomplished what many thought was impossible: He created a tribute to the past while bringing the franchise into the future.

MOVIES
"Precious": Comedian Mo'Nique's portrayal of a physically and emotionally abusive mother is as surprising as it is stunning. This kind of acting transformation -- a complete metamorphosis to turn into a sadistic and vile creature -- is why there are the Oscars. It's a performance you won't soon forget.