Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold commentary addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the children frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. But the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Each performer excel of understated style, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
