Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the demanding standards for female beauty and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment called "The Substance". This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest holds up well even without a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth frightened. After Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
