Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold commentary addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on TV. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment called the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from covering global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, plus additional affluent passengers. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities in this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the local kids anxious. When Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he dreads the worst. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks used by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. Both actors are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
