Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and terrifying process called this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has made the children anxious. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. But the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain manages to show the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a mole among the team from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
