Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the tyranny of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome treatment called the Substance. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story stars Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from writing about global conflict to embark on an opulent ship alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries in this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the youth anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
