Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into presenting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying process called "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from writing about international wars to join an opulent ship with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic film star playing himself who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the local kids frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering by the same director is a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
