Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to join a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, and other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has rendered the local kids anxious. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the people's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering by the same director delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
