Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from reporting on world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has made the youth anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. However, the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain achieves to show the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's another release by the same director presents a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel
