Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to presenting a fitness program on TV. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to join a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates the worst. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars used by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
