Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to join a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the local kids frightened. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he anticipates the worst. But the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
