Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome treatment called this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has made the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. Yet the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however the lead actress achieves to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
