Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary addresses the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying treatment known as the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from writing about global conflict to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has rendered the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin profiting from the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks used by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
