Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the tyranny of female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to presenting a fitness program on TV. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying procedure called the Substance. This produces a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from writing about international wars to join an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the children on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. Yet the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
