Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to starring in a fitness program on television. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying process known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from writing about global conflict to board a luxury cruise with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, and other affluent guests. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has left the children anxious. After Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a basement, he dreads the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
