Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure known as the Substance. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from writing about international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the youth frightened. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are masters of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
