Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome procedure known as this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from writing about world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. Yet the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in this director's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, though the lead actress manages to present the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's second offering by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – including is his own wife. Both actors are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
