Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into hosting a fitness program on television. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy passengers. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the youth frightened. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars worn by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars are experts of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
