Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and gruesome treatment known as this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities in this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the local kids frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks used by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
