Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to hosting a fitness program on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying treatment known as the Substance. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from writing about global conflict to join a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities with this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the children on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Chastain manages to depict the character with compassion. October 14th, late night, Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's British agent. His assignment is to discover a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
