Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying process titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has rendered the local kids on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
