Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment known as this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from writing about international wars to join a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has left the youth frightened. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
