Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring critique addresses the tyranny of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome process called "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from covering international wars to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective even without a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry by the same director delivers a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a mole among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
