Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the demanding standards for female beauty along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process titled the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from reporting on global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, and other affluent passengers. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
