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This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold commentary addresses the demanding standards for female beauty and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying process called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery stars the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from writing about global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the children frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
