Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the tyranny of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome treatment called this experimental method. This generates a younger clone named Sue, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering international wars to board an opulent ship with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has made the youth frightened. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel