Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to starring in an aerobics show on television. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying process known as the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story features Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from reporting on global conflict to join a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this clever supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth on edge. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Each performer are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
