Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore offers a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, a mature actress forced into hosting a fitness program on TV. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from writing about world issues to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities with this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has rendered the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a mole among the team from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
