Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the demanding standards for female beauty and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from covering world issues to board an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, and other affluent individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has left the local kids anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. But the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
