Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story stars Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from covering international wars to embark on a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional filthy rich passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has made the children frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. However, the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
