Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the tyranny of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from writing about world issues to embark on an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the children frightened. After Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Chastain succeeds to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
