Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance and the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying treatment known as the Substance. This creates a younger clone called Sue, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery stars the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from writing about international wars to board a high-end voyage with an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich individuals. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the youth on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
