Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore delivers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying procedure titled the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth on edge. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. Yet the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release by the same director is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
