Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to starring in a workout series on TV. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying process known as the Substance. This creates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from reporting on global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has made the children anxious. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and 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 faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
