Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process called the Substance. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from covering world issues to join an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy guests. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror holds up well even without a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has rendered the youth frightened. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he dreads the worst. Yet the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however the lead actress manages to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry by the same director delivers a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
