Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore delivers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into presenting a workout series on television. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying process known as "The Substance". This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from writing about international wars to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, and other affluent passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this clever ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has left the youth on edge. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. However, the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, however the lead actress succeeds to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's another release by the same director delivers a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
