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This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to presenting a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome treatment called this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller features the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from reporting on global conflict to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the children frightened. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. But the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, though Chastain manages to show the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
