Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from writing about international wars to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich passengers. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this innovative supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has left the children anxious. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, though the lead actress succeeds to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
