Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the tyranny of female beauty and the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress offers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to starring in an aerobics show on television. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from covering global conflict to embark on an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries in this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the children frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he fears a fatal end. But the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Chastain manages to show the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a mole among the team from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
