Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the demanding standards for female beauty and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying process called the Substance. This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from writing about global conflict to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the youth on edge. When Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. However, the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress succeeds to depict the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole inside the organization from five suspects – including is his own wife. Each performer excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
