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The Substance

Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the demanding standards for female beauty and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to presenting a workout series on TV. Edged out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome procedure called this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+

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The Woman in Cabin 10 Film

This suspenseful story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from writing about world issues to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix

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This Supernatural Story

The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema

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Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy

Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4

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This Creepy Thriller

Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel

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This Dramatic Portrait

In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in this director's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel

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This Espionage Thriller

This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel