Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to starring in an aerobics show on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome process known as the Substance. This produces a younger clone called Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from reporting on global conflict to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, plus additional filthy rich passengers. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the local kids frightened. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however Chastain achieves to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director delivers a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. The two stars excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
