Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into hosting a workout series on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other affluent individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the youth anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who states initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
