Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress offers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process known as "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, plus additional filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the local kids on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
