Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching critique addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and horrifying process titled "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself named Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery features Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the children frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he dreads the worst. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
