Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and gruesome treatment called this experimental method. This creates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to join a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, and other affluent guests. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Chastain achieves to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a mole within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. Both actors are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
