Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying treatment known as this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from covering world issues to embark on an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries through this clever supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids frightened. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, though the lead actress achieves to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director delivers a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars used by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a mole inside the organization from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
