Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress presents a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between them. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on world issues to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the local kids anxious. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he dreads the worst. Yet the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent among the team from a group of five – including is his own wife. The two stars excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
