Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying procedure called "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to board a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the local kids on edge. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
