Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying process called the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional affluent passengers. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the children on edge. When Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Chastain achieves to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars used by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
