Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into presenting a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying treatment called "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from writing about international wars to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, and other affluent passengers. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however the lead actress achieves to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director delivers a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
