Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this nifty supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has left the children on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director is a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
