Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring satire addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to presenting a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome process known as "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from reporting on world issues to board an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional filthy rich passengers. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the children anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. Each performer are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel