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The 2027 Oscar race is taking shape as major fall film festivals begin unveiling their selections. The Telluride Film Festival has already shifted predictions for best picture, with several films generating significant industry buzz despite major contenders still months away from release. Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey,” which opened in summer, remains a frontrunner, while Denis Villeneuve’s “Dune: Part Three” won’t arrive until December but is expected to influence projections through year’s end.
Martin McDonagh’s “Wild Horse Nine,” featuring John Malkovich in a standout performance, emerged from Telluride with strong acclaim and positioned itself as a serious contender. Meanwhile, Focus Features’ “Elsinore” showcased Andrew Scott in a leading role, giving the studio material for an aggressive campaign. A24 is pursuing multiple strategies, with “The Debut” generating substantial interest while the studio also campaigns “You Can See Everything,” a documentary that could make history as the first nonfiction film nominated for best picture.
Animation may also see unprecedented representation this year. Laika’s stop-motion film “Wildwood” is being positioned as a potential breakthrough for the studio, which has never received a best picture nomination. Only three animated films have earned the distinction, all from Disney. The Toronto International Film Festival will provide crucial feedback on several contenders before awards season fully accelerates in the coming months.
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Originally reported by Variety →
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