Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the tyranny of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to starring in a workout series on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a break from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has left the local kids frightened. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin monetising the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry by the same director presents a spy mystery as precise as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
