Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying procedure called the Substance. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery features the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from writing about international wars to join an opulent ship with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, and other extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities through this nifty supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the children frightened. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole inside the organization from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
