Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold critique examines the demanding standards for women's appearance and the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into presenting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome process called the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from reporting on international wars to board an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, though the lead actress succeeds to depict the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
