Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome treatment titled this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the youth frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he dreads the worst. But the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to present the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release by the same director is a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a mole among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
