Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying process called "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries in this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the local kids frightened. After Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Chastain achieves to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
