Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying treatment called this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story stars the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills through this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has left the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a mole among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
