Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has made the children on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. But the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to present the character in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
