Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to hosting a fitness program on TV. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment called the Substance. This creates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities in this clever supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the youth on edge. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Each performer are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
