Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to board a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the children anxious. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to present the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
