Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment known as this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, and other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities in this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the youth frightened. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry by the same director delivers a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
