Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into hosting a workout series on television. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome treatment called this experimental method. This generates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from writing about global conflict to embark on an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries in this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, his unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
