Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying process titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from covering world issues to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, and other affluent individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries in this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has left the local kids anxious. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin monetising the people's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however the lead actress achieves to present the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Each performer are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
