Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in a fitness program on TV. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome procedure known as this experimental method. This produces a younger clone named Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has left the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
