Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to hosting a fitness program on television. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying process known as this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from reporting on world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries with this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a traitor among the team from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
