Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome treatment titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from writing about international wars to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills through this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has rendered the youth anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering by the same director is a spy mystery as precise as the polo necks used by the actor's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
