Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into presenting an aerobics show on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying process titled this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery features Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from covering international wars to board a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other affluent passengers. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well even without a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has made the youth frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a mole within their ranks from five suspects – including is his own wife. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
