Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into starring in a fitness program on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and horrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from reporting on global conflict to join an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries with this clever supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the youth frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's second offering by the same director is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
