Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller includes Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries with this innovative supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well even without a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the local kids frightened. After Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
