Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into starring in a workout series on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This generates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain manages to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks used by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
