Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to presenting a workout series on TV. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying procedure called the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from writing about international wars to board a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, and other filthy rich individuals. However when an unknown lady goes overboard one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills in this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the people's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks used by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a mole within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are experts of understated style, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
