Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to hosting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this nifty supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the children anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain achieves to present the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Both actors are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
