Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the tyranny of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome process known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from writing about global conflict to join a luxury cruise with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, and other affluent guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills in this nifty supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has left the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. Yet the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a mole within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
