Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the tyranny of female beauty along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure titled this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from writing about international wars to embark on an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an unknown lady goes overboard one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has left the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. However, the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks used by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
