Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to presenting a fitness program on TV. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying process known as this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from writing about international wars to embark on an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional affluent passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has made the local kids on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a mole inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
