Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore offers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into starring in an aerobics show on TV. Edged out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying process called "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from covering international wars to board an opulent ship alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, and other filthy rich passengers. However when an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has left the youth on edge. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a double agent among the team from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
