Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress presents a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other affluent guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the local kids on edge. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, however Chastain succeeds to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a mole inside the organization from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
