Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold critique examines the demanding standards for female beauty and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying process titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from covering world issues to join an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional affluent individuals. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress manages to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Both actors excel of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
