Technically, the Oscars race began a few weeks ago with the first spate of fall film festivals. But who’d fly out to Telluride or up to Toronto when so many of this year’s Big Films—and their Big Stars—are arriving right here on our doorstep?

As ever, the New York Film Festival , which begins on September 26 at Lincoln Center , marks the start of our city’s cinematic season. There are, admittedly, far more films than you’ve likely got time to see. But that’s what we’re here for. So unless you have limitless funds and nothing else to do—in which case, let us introduce you to the $17,500 Gold Pass —consider starting with one of the high-buzz titles below. Screening times and tickets for all movies can be found here —and we’ve included the rest of the essential details at the bot

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