Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring satire tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from writing about global conflict to board an opulent ship alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in this director's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a traitor among the team from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
