Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into starring in a workout series on TV. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying process titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from writing about international wars to board an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other filthy rich guests. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills in this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has made the children anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars used by the actor's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a mole within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
