Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the tyranny of female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to starring in an aerobics show on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional affluent guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. As a family 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 ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has left the local kids anxious. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. But the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, however Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks used by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
