Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying procedure called this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from writing about world issues to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent passengers. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has made the children frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks used by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel
