Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into presenting a fitness program on TV. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from reporting on international wars to join a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy guests. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a basement, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress manages to present the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's another release from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
