Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome process known as this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a mole among the team from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
