Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore offers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome process known as this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from covering global conflict to embark on an opulent ship with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the children on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet the lead actress succeeds to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry by the same director is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
