Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring satire tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery features Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise with an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his directorial skills in this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the children anxious. After Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress manages to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release by the same director delivers a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
