Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to hosting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying treatment titled the Substance. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from covering international wars to board a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has left the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering by the same director is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
