Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring critique tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into starring in a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying procedure called this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from covering global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional affluent guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has left the children anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain manages to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
