Dual Monitor Set-ups (opinions please)

So I'm finally ready to jump into the dual monitor set-up. Right now I'm using a single 19" widescreen monitor. I recently started doing more work with movies and it would be absolutely wonderful to have the movie on a separate monitor.
Does anyone have any suggestions or recommendations for moving to this type of set-up? I want to make sure I buy something that will do the job for a long time.
Thanks in advance!

Hello Pal, Sorry for the late response... but this is what I use (Note: I have a laptop)
http://store.apple.com/us/product/M9321G/B?fnode=MTY1NDA5OQ&mco=MjE0NTg3Nw
I believe this is exactly what you'd need (there is no additional software needed)
You just plug it in, both screens flash a light color blue for about 3 seconds and you're off.
The only downside is if you are used to using your hot corners, when the screens are split you have to move your move a whole other screen length.
http://store.apple.com/us/product/M8754G/A?fnode=MTY1NDA5OQ&mco=MjE0NTg4MQ

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