Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome treatment called this experimental method. This generates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from reporting on world issues to join a high-end voyage with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has made the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress manages to show the character with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a mole inside the organization from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
