Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process called this experimental method. This creates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from covering world issues to embark on an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has rendered the local kids on edge. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release by the same director is a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks used by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
