Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into hosting a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from writing about world issues to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has left the children anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars worn by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
