Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a fitness program on TV. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called this experimental method. This creates a younger clone called Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller stars the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional affluent individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has rendered the children anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress achieves to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars used by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. Each performer are experts of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
