Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying treatment called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a progressively toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from writing about international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has left the youth anxious. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
