Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from reporting on world issues to board a luxury cruise with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when 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, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this nifty supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has rendered the local kids anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Chastain achieves to show the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a mole inside the organization from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
