With major film festivals in Venice and Telluride underway and those in New York and Toronto around the corner, we can hear Oscar whispering in our ear. Before we make room for awards season, let’s bid adieu to our favorite movies of summer 2012.

It had us at Joss Whedon.

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A Duplass love triangle with a 180-degree twist we never saw coming.

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Ruxpin’s got some competition.

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Just wait until you see the beguiling game of Simon Says.

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Molly, you in danger, girl.

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Who knew Adam and Eve were aliens?

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Take tissues. Not a dry eye.

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Fried chicken is not just a meal — it’s a finger-lickin’ revenge tactic.

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Michelle Williams does the naughty dance with that man — who is not her husband.

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Keep your shirt on — it’s still in theaters.

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Tom Hardy’s Bane just might be the best superhero villain yet — well, when you can understand him.

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Our new favorite campfire tale.

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Come hell or high water, make sure you see this one.

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