Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying procedure called "The Substance". This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from covering world issues to join a high-end voyage with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has made the children on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress succeeds to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's additional entry by the same director is a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
