Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to hosting a workout series on television. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome procedure titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone named Sue, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from writing about global conflict to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the children frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. But the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain manages to show the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
