Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome treatment known as "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on global conflict to join an opulent ship with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other affluent guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has made the youth anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a mole inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
