Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold critique addresses the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on TV. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying process called the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from covering international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, and other affluent individuals. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities through this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest holds up well even without a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids on edge. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. Yet the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to present the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering by the same director presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
