Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance and the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to presenting a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from writing about world issues to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has made the local kids frightened. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain manages to show the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
