Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to presenting a workout series on TV. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying process titled this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery features the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from reporting on world issues to embark on an opulent ship with an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich individuals. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has left the local kids on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. However, the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's another release by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
