Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into presenting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying process called "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from covering international wars to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic film star playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has rendered the youth frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. Yet the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
