Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome process titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery features Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, as well as other affluent individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the local kids frightened. Once Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a fatal end. Yet the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however Chastain manages to depict the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars used by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
