Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to hosting a workout series on TV. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from covering world issues to board a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has rendered the youth on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however Chastain succeeds to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release by the same director presents a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
