Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for female beauty along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome process called the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the children anxious. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress succeeds to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
