Top Selection
The Substance
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to presenting a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise alongside an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other affluent passengers. But after an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the children anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. However, the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks used by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked with uncovering a mole within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
