Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance playing Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, and other filthy rich passengers. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities in this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has left the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
