Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying treatment called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story stars Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from writing about world issues to embark on an opulent ship alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the children on edge. After Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress manages to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
