Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting a fitness program on television. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying treatment called this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from writing about global conflict to embark on an opulent ship alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth on edge. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
