Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the tyranny of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore presents an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into starring in an aerobics show on television. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and gruesome process called the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to board an opulent ship with an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, plus additional filthy rich passengers. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, his unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has made the local kids anxious. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress succeeds to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is his own wife. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
