Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring critique addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying procedure known as the Substance. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich passengers. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills through this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks used by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
