Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to hosting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome treatment titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller stars Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has left the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however the lead actress succeeds to present the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This period's another release from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole inside the organization from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
