Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into presenting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome process called the Substance. This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, and other filthy rich guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the youth on edge. When Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a basement, he anticipates the worst. But the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin profiting from the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though Chastain achieves to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
