Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This generates a younger clone named Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, plus additional affluent individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has rendered the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's second offering by the same director delivers a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a mole inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
