Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in a workout series on TV. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from covering international wars to embark on a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other affluent individuals. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest stands strong even without a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has left the children frightened. After Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
