Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the tyranny of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror holds up well even without a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids on edge. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to present the character with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
