Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for female beauty along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying process called "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery features Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from covering world issues to board a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has rendered the local kids frightened. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
