Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the tyranny of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself named Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from writing about international wars to join an opulent ship with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the youth on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. However, the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry by the same director is a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
