Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching critique examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying process called this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like 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. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has made the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and held captive in a cellar, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to present the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a traitor among the team from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
