Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the tyranny of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress presents a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying treatment known as this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from covering global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills in this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has made the children on edge. When Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain achieves to depict the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
