Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to presenting a workout series on TV. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from writing about international wars to board an opulent ship with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has rendered the children on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence monetising the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
