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Gods Don’t Give Gifts Eyes December Theaters—and an Animated Feature Oscar Bid

Gods Don’t Give Gifts is pairing a first-trailer announcement with plans for a December theatrical run and a Best Animated Feature Oscar bid. This spoiler-free preview examines what those ambitions establish, what remains unconfirmed, and why character performance, visual storytelling, and creative authorship will matter when audiences assess the AI film.

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