Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Edged out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on international wars to embark on a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. But after an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this innovative supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's locked-room horror holds up well even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the youth anxious. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
