Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has left the local kids on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Both actors are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
