Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring satire examines the demanding standards for female beauty and the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying treatment known as the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to board a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, and other filthy rich individuals. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has rendered the children anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. But the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks used by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent among the team from five suspects – among them is his spouse. The two stars are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
