Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into hosting a fitness program on TV. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying treatment called "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from writing about global conflict to board a high-end voyage with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has rendered the children anxious. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. Yet the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's another release from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars used by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of understated style, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
