Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring satire addresses the tyranny of female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome process known as the Substance. This generates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to board an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has left the local kids on edge. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about monetising the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a mole among the team out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
