Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore offers a masterful performance playing Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into hosting an aerobics show on television. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying treatment known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from reporting on world issues to board a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has left the youth anxious. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress succeeds to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
