Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on world issues to join a luxury cruise with an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional affluent passengers. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills with this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the youth on edge. After Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
