Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to hosting a fitness program on television. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying treatment called "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story includes Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from covering global conflict to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities with this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the local kids on edge. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
