Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching critique addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying process titled "The Substance". This generates a younger clone named Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to join a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional filthy rich guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy 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 remains effective even without a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has rendered the children frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering by the same director is a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars worn by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. Both actors excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
