Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to hosting a workout series on television. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying process known as "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery stars Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the children frightened. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, though Chastain manages to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
