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The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the tyranny of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from reporting on international wars to embark on an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids on edge. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress manages to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry by the same director is a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
