Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into starring in a fitness program on television. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to board a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, and other extremely wealthy guests. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has rendered the local kids on edge. When Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
