Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process titled this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from reporting on international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, as well as other filthy rich passengers. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has left the local kids frightened. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
