Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty and the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to hosting a fitness program on TV. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying treatment called "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery features the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills with this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin monetising the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
