Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to presenting a workout series on TV. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from writing about international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, and other affluent passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has made the youth frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress manages to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
