Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to presenting a workout series on TV. Edged out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome procedure titled the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has left the local kids on edge. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he fears a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers 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 this director's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Chastain achieves to depict the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
