Top Selection
The Substance Film
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story includes the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to join a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, and other filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries in this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, however Chastain succeeds to present the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry by the same director is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks used by the actor's British agent. His assignment is to discover a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – including is his own wife. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
