Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying process titled "The Substance". This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from covering international wars to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of child abductions has rendered the youth on edge. When Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
