Smart Albums gone Dumb

After updating to iPhoto 6, some of my Smart Albums no longer update automatically. I've noticed the problem specifically with Smart Albums that use the rules "roll contains XYZ" or "roll does not contain XYZ"
The Smart Albums will only refresh with recently added photos if I choose "Edit Smart Album" and then click "OK."
Anyone else have this problem or know of a solution?

erik:
Welcome to the Apple Discussions. Were those Smart Albums created in your V5 library? If so, you might delete the old one and create a new smart album and see if it will auto update.

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