Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying process called the Substance. This creates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the children frightened. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director delivers a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
