Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has made the youth anxious. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he dreads the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a mole inside the organization from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
