Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore delivers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to starring in a fitness program on TV. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying procedure called "The Substance". This creates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, plus additional filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills through this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has made the local kids on edge. After Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
