Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from reporting on international wars to board an opulent ship alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich passengers. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has left the children on edge. After Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
