Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying process called the Substance. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story features the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to join a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, and other filthy rich passengers. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. But the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – including is his own wife. Each performer are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty develops. 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
