Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to starring in an aerobics show on television. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying treatment called "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, and other affluent individuals. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities through this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering by the same director is a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
