The New York and Telluride Film Festivals have released their lineups, giving us a sense of possible films to watch for come Oscar season. With Telluride already under way and NYFF a month off, let's take a look at their schedules and find some of the most notable American releases we should be excited for.

Note: The Venice Film Festival has also begun, but since it deals primarily with international films, it's less likely to breed Oscar contenders (outside of the Foreign Language category).

1) Captain Phillips - NYFF only

Tom Hanks stars as Captain Richard Phillips, who piloted a US ship that was attacked by Somalian pirates in 2009. "Captain Philiips" is a dramatized account of this true story, following the heroic actions that eventually saved Phillips and his crew. The film is directed by Paul Greengrass ("The Bourne Supremacy"), and also stars Catherine Keener ("The 40 Year-Old Virgin).

2) All is Lost - NYFF and Telluride

In 2011, J.C. Chandor leapt onto the scene with his Oscar-nominated "Margin Call". In his sophomore effort, Chandor daringly tackles a one-man show with "All is Lost". Starring Robert Redford and no one else, "All is Lost" is the story of a man making a solo voyage over the Indian Ocean, only to find himself without navigation equipment and a radio after an accident. With the odds against him, the sailor must come face to face with the notion of his mortality.

3) Blue is the Warmest Color - NYFF and Telluride

This foreign film has a chance to be the "Amour" of 2013. "Amour" was the French film that earned four Oscar nominations outside of the Foreign Language category, including Best Picture. "Blue is the Warmest Color" is also French, and like "Amour", has already nabbed the Palme D'Or at the Cannes Film Festival. This epic story of a lesbian couple's relationship might have what it takes to make waves at the Oscars.

4) Gravity - Telluride only

Alfonso Cuaron's "Gravity" has already generated a lot of buzz. After the release of the breathtaking trailer that showcased a gripping long take, "Gravity" had our attention and allegedly is just as good as the hype. Two astronauts struggle to stay alive after they become detached from their ship and are left drifting in space. This is a risky venture, but all signs point to Cuaron succeeding. "Gravity" stars George Clooney and Sandra Bullock.

5) Inside Llewyn Davis - NYFF and Telluride

The Coen Brothers are always in the Oscar hunt, and "Inside Llewyn Davis" will place them in the field once again. The film follows a Dylan-esque folk musician as he strives to make a name for himself in 1961 Greenwich Village. As the harsh New York winter approaches, Llewyn Davis finds himself constantly faced with obstacles - many of which are of his own doing. The film stars Oscar Isaac ("Robin Hood"), Carey Mulligan ("The Great Gatsby"), Justin Timberlake ("The Social Network"), John Goodman ("Flight"), and Garrett Hedlund ("Tron Legacy").

6) Her - NYFF only

Spike Jonze hasn't directed anything Oscar worthy since "Adaptation" in 2002, but "Her" might be what puts him back in the race. Joaquin Phoenix stars as a lonely writer that gets new operating software for his computer. The interactive software called Samantha is like a supremely advanced Siri, able to speak and and possibly even feel as though it were a real person. Over time, the writer falls in love with his new software. Scarlett Johansson provides the voice of Samantha, while Rooney Mara and Amy Adams co-star.

7) Nebraska - NYFF and Telluride

Bruce Dern has earned early Oscar buzz - and a Best Actor Prize in Cannes - for his role as an inaccessible father in "Nebraska". He and his son, played by Will Forte, travel from Montana to Nebraska in order to claim a sweepstakes prize. On the way, the son hopes enthusiastically to connect with his father. "Nebraska" is directed by Alexander Payne.

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