Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on television. Forced aside due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome process called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on world issues to join a high-end voyage with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other affluent passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this innovative supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the youth anxious. After Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
