Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on television. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively toxic connection between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery features Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from covering global conflict to join a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other filthy rich individuals. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective even without a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the youth anxious. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars worn by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
