Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy guests. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. But the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars excel of understated style, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
