Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching critique addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This generates a younger clone called Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a festive event 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 unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has left the children anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though the lead actress achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's additional entry by the same director presents a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
