Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress presents an inspired performance as Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth frightened. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Each performer are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
