Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to hosting a workout series on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment called "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on international wars to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has left the youth anxious. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team from a group of five – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
