Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting a fitness program on television. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying treatment titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to join an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the children anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he fears the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a traitor among the team from a group of five – including is his own wife. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, the Sky channel
