Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process known as the Substance. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to board a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Chastain manages to present the character with compassion. October 14th, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
