Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying process called "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to join a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills in this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the children on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
