Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and gruesome process known as "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller includes Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on international wars to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the youth on edge. Once Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain manages to show the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
