Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in a workout series on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome process titled "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from covering world issues to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, plus additional filthy rich guests. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries through this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has made the children anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to present the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
