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This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers a masterful performance playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a workout series on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying procedure known as the Substance. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery features the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from covering global conflict to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has rendered the children on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. But the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
