Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting a workout series on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying process known as the Substance. This produces a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to join an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, as well as other affluent guests. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the children anxious. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. But the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a mole within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
