Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to starring in a workout series on television. Edged out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome treatment titled "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to board a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has left the youth frightened. After Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
