Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold satire addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying process titled "The Substance". This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller includes Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from covering international wars to join a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this nifty supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has left the youth anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
