Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the tyranny of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries in this clever supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has left the youth on edge. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain manages to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks used by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a mole within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
