Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary addresses the tyranny of female beauty and the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome procedure called the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller features Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to embark on an opulent ship with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, plus additional filthy rich passengers. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several disappearances has rendered the local kids frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though the lead actress manages to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks used by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a traitor among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
