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This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty and the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment titled the Substance. This generates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to join a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the youth on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads the worst. But the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent among the team from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
