Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on television. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying process titled the Substance. This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a break from reporting on global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other affluent individuals. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has left the local kids frightened. When Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about monetising the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Chastain succeeds to show the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
