Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring critique addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities in this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? 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
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a mole inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
