Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary examines the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to starring in a fitness program on television. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome process known as the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller features the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from covering global conflict to join a high-end voyage with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the local kids on edge. When Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. Both actors are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel
