Funnily enough, the film from future Jurassic World 2 helmer J.A. Bayona was slated to arrive in theaters later this month, but after a huge critical reception out of the Toronto International Film Festival, Focus Features decided it was worthy of a more prime awards season release closer to Christmas. (slashfilm.com)
A November release date sets the upcoming drama in prime award season territory. (moviemezzanine.com)
Why It Might Succeed: Recently announced for a prime awards season release date of September 23, Mira Nair's Queen of Katwe has all the makings of an Oscar contender. (awardscircuit.com)