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The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the tyranny of female beauty and the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying treatment known as the Substance. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from covering international wars to join a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich individuals. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the youth anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. But the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
