Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the tyranny of female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into presenting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This creates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from covering international wars to embark on an opulent ship with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical film star playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the local kids frightened. Once Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the venal Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is his own wife. The two stars are masters of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
