Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress presents a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into starring in a workout series on television. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process titled the Substance. This generates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from writing about global conflict to join an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills through this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. But the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
