Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the tyranny of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment called this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror stands strong even without a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks used by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
