Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary tackles the tyranny of female beauty along with the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity demoted to starring in an aerobics show on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome procedure titled this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery stars Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from reporting on world issues to join a luxury cruise with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, and other extremely wealthy guests. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has left the children on edge. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain manages to show the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks used by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Each performer are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
