Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on television. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This produces a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from covering international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other affluent guests. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the children frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
