Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure titled "The Substance". This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from covering international wars to join an opulent ship with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the children anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering by the same director delivers a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a mole inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
