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This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome treatment titled the Substance. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from writing about international wars to board an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has made the children on edge. When Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's another release by the same director delivers a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a traitor among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
