Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process called the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more toxic connection among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from writing about international wars to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other filthy rich passengers. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks sported by the actor's British agent. He is tasked to identify a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
