Top Selection
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to starring in a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying treatment called this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from covering global conflict to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this nifty supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has left the local kids on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. Yet the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence monetising the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to depict the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
