Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting a fitness program on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying process known as "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars worn by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
