Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the tyranny of female beauty and the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to join an opulent ship with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has made the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to present the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
