Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from writing about international wars to join a luxury cruise with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the children on edge. When Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering by the same director is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
