Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Pushed out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has left the children anxious. Once Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to depict the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as precise as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
