Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the tyranny of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to starring in a workout series on television. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome procedure called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from writing about world issues to board an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional affluent guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities through this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the youth on edge. When Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a mole inside the organization from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
