Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold satire examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome procedure called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from reporting on international wars to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, and other affluent passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress manages to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a mole inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
