Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into presenting a workout series on television. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from covering world issues to board an opulent ship with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has made the youth frightened. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is his own wife. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
