Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress offers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying procedure titled the Substance. This generates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board an opulent ship with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has left the children frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. But the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Chastain manages to present the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
