Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to presenting a workout series on television. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome process called the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller includes the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on world issues to embark on an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy guests. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the local kids frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress achieves to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's additional entry by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a mole within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
