Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary tackles the tyranny of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress offers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into hosting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to join a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other affluent passengers. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries through this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has left the local kids anxious. After Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
