Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to embark on an opulent ship alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has rendered the children frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry by the same director is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of understated style, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
