Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to hosting a workout series on TV. Pushed out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying procedure titled the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional filthy rich guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has rendered the youth anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
