Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to starring in a fitness program on TV. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has rendered the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
