Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has made the children frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads the worst. But the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, however Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
