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This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent passengers. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the local kids frightened. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks used by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a mole inside the organization from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
