Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the tyranny of female beauty along with the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome procedure called this experimental method. This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from writing about international wars to embark on an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional filthy rich individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the youth on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Chastain succeeds to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
