Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying process titled "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from covering world issues to board an opulent ship with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, and other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the children frightened. Once Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Chastain succeeds to show the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
