Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to hosting a fitness program on television. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying treatment titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from reporting on global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, and other filthy rich passengers. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has left the youth on edge. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks used by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – including is his own wife. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
