Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold satire addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into presenting a fitness program on television. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on international wars to join a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy guests. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this innovative supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. However, the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet the lead actress manages to show the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as precise as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
