Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from covering international wars to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has made the children on edge. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, though Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
