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10 Fantastic Fest films we’re gambling on this year
Summary by The Dallas Editorial Desk Preston Barta , as published by Dallas Observer
· September 18, 2026
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Fantastic Fest returns to Austin's Alamo Drafthouse this weekend. Here are 10 films, from Mike Flanagan's “Carrie” to a banned Thai satire, that we're fired up about.
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Key takeaway Here are 10 films, from Mike Flanagan's “Carrie” to a banned Thai satire, that we're fired up about.
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What is this story about? Fantastic Fest returns to Austin's Alamo Drafthouse this weekend. Here are 10 films, from Mike Flanagan's “Carrie” to a banned Thai satire, that we're fired up about.
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