Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into presenting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying process called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to embark on a luxury cruise with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional filthy rich individuals. But after an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities with this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids on edge. When Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as precise as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a mole within their ranks from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
