Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on TV. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome process titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on international wars to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest holds up well even without a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the children frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a mole among the team out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
