Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from covering international wars to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, and other affluent passengers. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the local kids frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, though the lead actress succeeds to show the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by the actor's British agent. His assignment is to identify a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
