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This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into hosting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process called "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story features the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from covering international wars to embark on a high-end voyage with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the youth anxious. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the character with compassion. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
