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This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into presenting a fitness program on television. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome process called "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from covering global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has left the local kids frightened. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Chastain manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
