Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich passengers. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror remains effective even without a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has rendered the children anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, however the lead actress succeeds to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
