Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire addresses the tyranny of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying procedure titled the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller stars Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from writing about international wars to join an opulent ship with an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this nifty supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has left the local kids frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. However, the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. Both actors are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
