Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying procedure called the Substance. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from covering world issues to board a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, as well as other affluent individuals. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this nifty supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the children frightened. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
