Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in a workout series on television. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller stars Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from reporting on world issues to board a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, and other filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth anxious. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. But the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain manages to depict the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
