Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching critique tackles the tyranny of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome treatment called "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller stars Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from writing about global conflict to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other affluent individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has rendered the local kids on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain succeeds to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a mole inside the organization from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors take part the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
