Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to starring in a fitness program on TV. Pushed out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and gruesome treatment known as "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story includes the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, and other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the youth on edge. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
