Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story features the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from reporting on world issues to board a luxury cruise alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. But after an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears 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. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has made the children on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
