Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring satire examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to presenting a workout series on television. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure titled "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, as well as other affluent passengers. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has rendered the children anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
