Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring satire tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome process called "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from covering global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
