Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the tyranny of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a workout series on television. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome procedure called "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, and other affluent passengers. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this clever ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the youth frightened. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer excel of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
