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The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the tyranny of female beauty and the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to starring in a workout series on TV. Forced aside by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying treatment called this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from writing about global conflict to board a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, and other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the local kids on edge. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Chastain succeeds to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
