Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller stars the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional filthy rich guests. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the youth on edge. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress succeeds to depict the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel
