Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress offers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from writing about world issues to board a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this nifty supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has left the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
