Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process titled this experimental method. This generates a younger clone named Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story includes the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth anxious. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he anticipates the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet the lead actress manages to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is his own wife. Each performer are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel
