Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress delivers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to hosting a workout series on television. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome procedure known as the Substance. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other affluent individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this nifty supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has left the local kids frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry by the same director presents a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks used by the actor's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent among the team from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
