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This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the tyranny of female beauty and the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to hosting an aerobics show on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying process known as the Substance. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about international wars to board an opulent ship with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, his unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the local kids anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
