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Animated Feature Predictions

Buzz is building in the Animated Feature race, and here’s where my current Top 7 predictions stand as of Oct.

Their fifth collaboration has flashes of brilliance, a killer chase scene, and a lot of missed rhythm.

Some birthdays stay with us no matter what. This reflection explores how to honor the memories tied to those days without losing yourself in them.

My 2025 TIFF People’s Choice predictions are in, with Rental Family leading the pack and Christy and The Smashing Machine close behind.

Venice 82 is here, and Oscar season is officially underway. Here are my bold predictions from the Lido.

Park Chan-wook returns to Venice with No Other Choice. Could this dark comedy finally bring him a Golden Lion - and an Oscar breakthrough?