Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the demanding standards for female beauty and the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying treatment called this experimental method. This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller features Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from writing about international wars to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the children on edge. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress succeeds to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release by the same director is a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
