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The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress offers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, and other filthy rich individuals. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has left the children anxious. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to show the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a mole inside the organization from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
