Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to presenting a fitness program on television. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome process known as "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise with an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain manages to show the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release by the same director presents a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a mole among the team from a group of five – among them is his own wife. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
