Fall movie season is here. Let's make some Oscar predictions

Key Points:

• The Oscar season is ramping up with fall film festivals like Venice, Telluride, and Toronto showcasing potential contenders for the 2024 Academy Awards, following early campaigns that began at Cannes.
• Christopher Nolan’s "The Odyssey" is considered a strong contender but may not become the best picture favorite, as it lacks the widespread acclaim of his previous film "Oppenheimer" and the Academy has recently favored smaller films.
• New York City serves as a vibrant backdrop for several notable fall releases, including Jordan Firstman’s "Club Kid," James Gray’s "Paper Tiger," and John Turturro’s "The Only Living Pickpocket," highlighting the city’s influence on this season’s cinema.
• John Malkovich may have his best Oscar chance yet with his role in Martin McDonagh’s "Wild Horse Nine," where he stars as an aging CIA agent, delivering a performance marked by wit and depth.
• International films continue to play a significant role in the Oscars race, with notable entries from Japan, Norway, Spain, Russia, South Korea, Germany, and Nigeria, reflecting the Academy’s growing global inclusivity.