Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to hosting a fitness program on television. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying process known as "The Substance". This generates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from writing about global conflict to join a high-end voyage with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has left the children frightened. After Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads the worst. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain manages to present the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
