Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying process titled "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story stars the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has rendered the children frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however the lead actress succeeds to depict the character with compassion. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
