Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance and the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into hosting a workout series on television. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying process called the Substance. This creates a younger clone called Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller includes Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from reporting on global conflict to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, and other affluent passengers. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has made the children frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
