what is the best software package out there for making short movies?

Question by cindy_peb: what is the best software package out there for making short movies?
I have dabbled a bit in movie maker and adding pictures to songs. I want to buy the best program out there. So many people are asking me to make them a family video and other types of videos. Do any of you know what is the best? I want to add floating pic with a solid fade in background, stuff like that.
I’m looking for an advanced software package to make memorial clips with family pictures, as well as capturing other romantic or silly pics(to send to friends) I want these with the option to add music. something like what the funeral industry uses to memorialize family members who have passed away. thank you.

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Answer by BIG DADDY COOL
Here is a pretty solid review web site that could help

http://video-editing-software-review.toptenreviews.com/

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