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The Substance Film

Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as the Substance. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+

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The Woman in Cabin 10

This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from covering world issues to join a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, and other affluent passengers. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, on Netflix

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This Supernatural Story

Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this clever supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere

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Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy

The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4

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This Creepy Thriller

Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has left the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4

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This Dramatic Portrait

In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4

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This Espionage Thriller

This week's another release by the same director presents a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel