Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into starring in an aerobics show on television. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying treatment called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from reporting on international wars to join a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has left the children frightened. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering by the same director presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
