Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the tyranny of female beauty along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome process called the Substance. This creates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich passengers. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this clever supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the youth frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, though Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as precise as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
