Highlighted Choice
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to hosting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying process known as the Substance. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for a break from reporting on global conflict to join a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this clever supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has rendered the youth anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. But the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to discover a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
