Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to starring in a fitness program on TV. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story includes the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from reporting on world issues to board a high-end voyage with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities with this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the children frightened. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. But the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress manages to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. Both actors are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
