Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary addresses the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, and other affluent passengers. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities through this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has left the children anxious. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – including is his own wife. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
