Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and gruesome process known as "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent passengers. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has made the children frightened. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. However, the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to present the character with compassion. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
