Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on television. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from reporting on global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise with an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities with this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the local kids anxious. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, though Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
