Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching critique tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to hosting a fitness program on television. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich passengers. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the local kids anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
