Highlighted Choice
The Substance
The filmmaker's bold commentary addresses the tyranny of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on television. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment called the Substance. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from covering global conflict to embark on an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills through this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Chastain succeeds to present the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars sported by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole among the team from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
