Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into hosting a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying procedure titled the Substance. This generates a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery features Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, though the lead actress achieves to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release by the same director is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a mole within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
