Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the tyranny of female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying process known as "The Substance". This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller stars the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities in this clever supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the local kids on edge. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
