Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This creates a younger clone named Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from reporting on global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, and other affluent individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director is a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars sported by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
