Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from reporting on global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent individuals. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has left the children on edge. When Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor plays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
