Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to hosting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying process known as the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from writing about international wars to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills in this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the local kids on edge. After Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
