Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to presenting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from writing about world issues to join a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional affluent guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, 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. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. But the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence monetising the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release by the same director is a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a mole within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
