Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome procedure known as the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from writing about global conflict to board a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere