Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to presenting a fitness program on television. Pushed out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying procedure called the Substance. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story includes Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a break from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has rendered the youth frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
