Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress presents an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into presenting a workout series on TV. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This generates a younger clone called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from covering world issues to join a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, and other affluent passengers. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills with this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the children frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – among them is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
