Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting a workout series on television. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries through this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the youth frightened. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. But the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
