Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into presenting a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone called Sue, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story includes Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from covering international wars to board an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional affluent guests. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids on edge. After Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin monetising the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
