Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to presenting a fitness program on TV. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from writing about global conflict to join an opulent ship with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has left the youth anxious. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain manages to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
