Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying treatment known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery stars Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on world issues to board a luxury cruise with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, plus additional affluent individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries with this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the youth on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. But the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – including is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
