Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to presenting a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome process called this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the youth on edge. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to show the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars used by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
