Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold commentary tackles the tyranny of female beauty and the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore offers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome process called this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, and other filthy rich guests. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills in this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the youth anxious. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. However, the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
