Highlighted Choice
The Substance Film
The filmmaker's daring satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress presents an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a secretive and gruesome treatment called "The Substance". This produces a new version of herself named Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery features Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to board a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich guests. But after an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills in this nifty supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has made the children frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. But the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
