Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching critique examines the tyranny of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying process known as "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from covering world issues to board an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has left the children anxious. After Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. But the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a mole inside the organization from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
