Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into hosting a workout series on television. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome process called this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, and other filthy rich guests. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical film star playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the local kids anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Chastain succeeds to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a mole inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
