Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery features Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about international wars to join a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well even without a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has left the youth frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
