Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to hosting an aerobics show on television. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying process known as "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the local kids frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering by the same director presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
