Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching satire tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome process titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from covering international wars to board a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional affluent passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills in this nifty supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he dreads the worst. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
