Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring commentary examines the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to presenting a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process titled "The Substance". This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from writing about international wars to embark on an opulent ship alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has made the youth anxious. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain achieves to depict the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks used by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
