Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the tyranny of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying procedure called "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from writing about international wars to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this clever ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has rendered the children on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, however Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Both actors are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
