Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching critique examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting an aerobics show on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process titled "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional affluent individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has rendered the local kids on edge. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This week's additional entry by the same director delivers a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a mole inside the organization from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
