Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on television. Forced aside by her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure called this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller features Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from covering international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has left the children frightened. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a double agent within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
