Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to board a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich passengers. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well even without a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has rendered the children anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Chastain manages to show the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
