Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting a fitness program on TV. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome treatment known as this experimental method. This creates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from reporting on world issues to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities with this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has made the children frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Chastain manages to present the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
