Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying process called the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from covering world issues to join a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective even without a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. Yet the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor plays the venal Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
