Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold critique tackles the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore offers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from writing about global conflict to board an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has rendered the youth anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Chastain manages to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
