Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying process called "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from covering world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional affluent individuals. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? 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, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has made the youth on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. But the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release by the same director presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by the actor's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
