It’s been a quieter seven days after the upheaval we’ve seen in the race lately, but here’s how things went down:

• “Milk” and “Frost/Nixon” finally unspooled for the LA crowd…

• … and boy, some people don’t take kindly to criticism of either flick.

• Meanwhile, “Doubt” kicked off the AFI Fest…

• … while the London Film Festival drew to a close, showcasing “Che” and “The Wrestler” along the way. Check out our assorted reviews and “best in show” wrap-up.

• ‘Tis the season to be scared shitless… the 20 all-time best horror films, as assembled by our team.

• Christopher Nolan offers pretty much the final word on “The Dark Knight,” while some wonder if he can complete a Batman hat-trick.

• The British Independent Film Awards revealed their nominees… “Hunger” and “In Bruges” are sitting pretty.

• Best Sound Editing gets its week in the sun at Tech Support.

• Looking at some new blood in this year’s tepid Best Original Song race.