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This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance and the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome treatment titled this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on world issues to board a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the local kids frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. However, the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however the lead actress achieves to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Both actors are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
