Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring satire tackles the demanding standards for female beauty along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome procedure titled the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story features Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to board a luxury cruise alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this clever supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of understated style, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
