Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the oppressive nature of female beauty and the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore offers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This creates a younger clone named Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery features the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from covering world issues to board a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
