Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring critique addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome treatment called "The Substance". This creates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery features Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has made the local kids frightened. After Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Chastain succeeds to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
