Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for women's appearance and the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to starring in a fitness program on TV. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying treatment known as this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively toxic connection among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from covering world issues to join an opulent ship with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other affluent individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has rendered the youth anxious. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to show the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
