Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring commentary examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to presenting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome process titled the Substance. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from writing about international wars to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has left the local kids anxious. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears the worst. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to depict the character with compassion. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry by the same director presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
