Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment called the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story features Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from reporting on global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities in this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has left the children frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
