Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from covering world issues to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities through this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic film star playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has made the children anxious. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, though the lead actress manages to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – among them is his spouse. The two stars excel of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
