Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into presenting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to join a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has left the local kids anxious. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. However, the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a mole inside the organization from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
