Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring satire tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well even without a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has left the youth frightened. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to present the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release by the same director presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a mole inside the organization from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
