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This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for women's appearance and the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore presents a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying treatment called "The Substance". This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from writing about international wars to embark on a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the youth anxious. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. But the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
