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Bigelow's 'House of Dynamite' Sparks Oscar Buzz Amid Mixed Reviews

9/25/2025

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A House of Dynamite, Kathryn Bigelow’s film, stirs Oscar buzz after a Venice reception.
Idris Elba and Rebecca Ferguson star; theatrical release October 10, Netflix October 24.
New York Film Festival (NYFF) press reactions were mixed: gripping first act, but repetitive structure.
Plot centers on a rogue missile launched at the U.S., racing to identify the culprit.

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Story summary

A House of Dynamite, Kathryn Bigelow’s film, stirs Oscar buzz after a Venice reception.
Idris Elba and Rebecca Ferguson star; theatrical release October 10, Netflix October 24.
New York Film Festival (NYFF) press reactions were mixed: gripping first act, but repetitive structure.
Plot centers on a rogue missile launched at the U.S., racing to identify the culprit.