Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on television. Pushed out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying treatment called this experimental method. This generates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering global conflict to join a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the local kids on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, however the lead actress manages to show the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry by the same director is a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks used by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
