Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has left the youth anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
