Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold commentary examines the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a progressively toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller includes the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from reporting on international wars to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, his unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has rendered the youth frightened. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress succeeds to show the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
