Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to hosting a workout series on TV. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome process titled the Substance. This produces a younger clone called Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other affluent individuals. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this clever supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of child abductions has left the children anxious. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. Yet the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, yet the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director presents a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent among the team from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
