Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to join a high-end voyage with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the children frightened. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel
