Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone called Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller stars the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from reporting on global conflict to board an opulent ship with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries through this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has left the local kids on edge. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain manages to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
