Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and gruesome procedure called this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery stars Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from writing about global conflict to embark on an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, and other affluent guests. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has left the children frightened. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, though Chastain manages to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a mole inside the organization from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
