Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about global conflict to board a luxury cruise with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, and other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills in this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has left the youth on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry by the same director is a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
