Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold commentary examines the tyranny of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery features the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from writing about global conflict to join a high-end voyage with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other affluent individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills through this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth frightened. Once Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
