Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from writing about global conflict to join a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities in this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the local kids anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he fears a fatal end. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are experts of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
