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This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying process called "The Substance". This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery features Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from writing about world issues to board a luxury cruise alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has made the children on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
