Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching critique examines the demanding standards for female beauty and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into presenting a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process called "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has left the local kids anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. But the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin profiting from the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, though the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a mole inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
