Top Selection
The Substance Film
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process called this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery stars the talented actress as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on international wars to board a luxury cruise alongside a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, and other extremely wealthy individuals. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries in this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to investigate the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has made the children anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Chastain achieves to present the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a mole within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
