Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore presents a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome treatment titled the Substance. This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from reporting on world issues to board a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, and other extremely wealthy guests. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has left the local kids frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he fears a fatal end. But the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry by the same director presents a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars worn by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
