Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for women's appearance and the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to starring in an aerobics show on television. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying process titled the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story stars the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on world issues to board a high-end voyage with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, and other filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities through this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has made the local kids on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though the lead actress manages to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
