Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold critique tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore offers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from writing about global conflict to board a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities through this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has left the youth frightened. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. But the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Chastain manages to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
