Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the tyranny of women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to starring in a workout series on television. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome treatment titled this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to join an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, as well as other filthy rich guests. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries through this nifty supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has made the local kids anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks used by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a mole among the team 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 deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
