Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills with this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a basement, he anticipates the worst. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, though Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his spouse. Both actors are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
