Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery stars the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other affluent passengers. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has rendered the children on edge. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's another release from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
