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This Satirical Thriller

Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+

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The Woman in Cabin 10 Film

This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to join a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, Netflix

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This Supernatural Story

The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere

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Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy

Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network

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The Black Phone Horror

The director's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel

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This Dramatic Portrait

In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel

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This Espionage Thriller

This week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel