Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into presenting a fitness program on TV. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome process called the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from covering international wars to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth frightened. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's British agent. He is tasked to identify a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
