Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold commentary addresses the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome treatment known as "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from writing about global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, as well as other affluent passengers. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry by the same director is a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
