Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to starring in a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he fears the worst. Yet the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence profiting from the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
