Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying treatment titled the Substance. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich passengers. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the youth on edge. Once Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Chastain succeeds to show the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a mole within their ranks from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
