Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to hosting a workout series on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying process known as "The Substance". This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from covering world issues to embark on an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, plus additional affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries through this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical celebrity playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has made the youth frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
