Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome treatment called "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from writing about global conflict to join an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional affluent passengers. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the children anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to show the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
