Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome process called the Substance. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from writing about international wars to board a high-end voyage with an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective even without a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids frightened. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, though the lead actress succeeds to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
