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The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process titled the Substance. This produces a younger clone called Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to join an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has left the youth anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a mole within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel