Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from writing about global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, and other affluent guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has left the youth on edge. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. But the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though the lead actress manages to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. The two stars are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
