Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying procedure called this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills through this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates the worst. Yet the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, though the lead actress succeeds to show the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry by the same director is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a double agent among the team from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
