Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to hosting a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome process called the Substance. This produces a younger clone named Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the local kids frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain achieves to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
