Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller includes Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, and other filthy rich guests. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the children on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. But the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
