Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to hosting a fitness program on TV. Edged out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying procedure called "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering global conflict to board a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills with this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has left the local kids on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Chastain manages to present the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars used by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a double agent among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors excel of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
