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Pick of the Week

The Substance

Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying process titled the Substance. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+

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This Mystery Thriller

This classic whodunit story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about international wars to board a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix

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This Supernatural Story

Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema

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This Self-Referential Film

The iconic actor embraces his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4

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The Black Phone

Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has rendered the local kids on edge. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel

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This Dramatic Portrait

In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4

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The Spy Mystery

The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel