Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress offers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome procedure known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story includes Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a break from reporting on international wars to join an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional affluent passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the children anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. Yet the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars sported by the actor's British agent. He is tasked to discover a double agent among the team from five suspects – including is his own wife. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
