Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold commentary tackles the tyranny of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to presenting a workout series on television. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome process known as this experimental method. This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from covering international wars to join a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, and other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has made the children frightened. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. But the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by the actor's British agent. He is tasked to identify a mole inside the organization from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
