Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich individuals. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries through this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has rendered the children frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor plays the venal Jim, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks used by the actor's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
