Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching critique addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into starring in an aerobics show on television. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled the Substance. This creates a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering world issues to join a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror stands strong even without a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has made the children frightened. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to depict the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
