Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress offers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into starring in a workout series on TV. Edged out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled the Substance. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from covering global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich passengers. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries through this innovative supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Chastain achieves to present the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
