Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the demanding standards for female beauty and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying process known as the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, and other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities with this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has made the children on edge. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. But the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
