Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the tyranny of female beauty and the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying process titled this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this clever ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the children anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent among the team from a group of five – including is his spouse. Both actors are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
