Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into presenting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying process titled "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story stars Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from writing about global conflict to board an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy guests. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has left the youth anxious. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. However, the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering by the same director is a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
