Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This generates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to join a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female goes overboard one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has left the children on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – including is his own wife. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
