Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring critique addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress presents a masterful performance playing Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to embark on an opulent ship with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, his unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has rendered the local kids anxious. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks worn by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
