Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a progressively toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to join a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, and other affluent passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has left the local kids frightened. After Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release by the same director is a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
