Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome treatment known as this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller features Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to board an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the local kids anxious. When Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain achieves to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
