Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress presents an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying procedure known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller features the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from covering global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, and other extremely wealthy individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he dreads the worst. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however the lead actress manages to depict the character with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks used by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
