Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from writing about international wars to join an opulent ship with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional filthy rich guests. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering by the same director presents a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
