Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore presents a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying procedure known as the Substance. This generates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from reporting on world issues to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has rendered the local kids on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. Yet the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, though Chastain manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
