Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure titled this experimental method. This creates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to join an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has left the local kids on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress achieves to depict the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a mole among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
