Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying treatment called "The Substance". This produces a younger clone named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from covering world issues to join a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, and other extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills with this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a mole inside the organization from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
