Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying treatment titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to board a luxury cruise with an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills through this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has left the children on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry by the same director presents a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
