Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from covering global conflict to embark on an opulent ship alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has left the children frightened. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a mole within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
