Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying process known as "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from writing about international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, and other affluent guests. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has made the youth anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release by the same director is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a traitor among the team from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
