Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty and the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying process called this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from writing about global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has left the youth on edge. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress manages to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are experts of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
