Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching critique examines the oppressive nature of female beauty and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to presenting a workout series on television. Edged out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying procedure called this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to join an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth frightened. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. However, the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Chastain manages to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
