Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from writing about global conflict to board a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, and other affluent individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has rendered the youth frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the character with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
