Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore presents a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to hosting a workout series on TV. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and gruesome process known as the Substance. This produces a younger clone called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story features Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from covering international wars to join a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, and other affluent individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries in this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, yet the lead actress achieves to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
