Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into hosting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from writing about world issues to board a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has rendered the youth anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. However, the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a traitor among the team from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Both actors are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
