Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying treatment known as the Substance. This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery features Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from covering international wars to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, and other affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills through this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the children anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry by the same director delivers a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a mole among the team out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. The two stars are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
