Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process known as the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from covering global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the local kids frightened. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, however Chastain succeeds to present the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
