Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This generates a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the youth on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks used by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
