Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to presenting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process known as "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries with this nifty supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has left the local kids on edge. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry by the same director presents a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
