Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into presenting a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process titled the Substance. This generates a younger clone named Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from covering global conflict to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the local kids on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though the lead actress succeeds to present the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
