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This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome process known as "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from writing about world issues to board an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills in this clever ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has rendered the children frightened. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. However, the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
