Top Selection
The Substance
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story includes the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom in this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has left the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about monetising the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a mole among the team from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
