Top Selection
The Substance
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to presenting a workout series on TV. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a break from writing about international wars to embark on an opulent ship with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other affluent individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills through this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method proves useful. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well even without a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress succeeds to show the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director presents a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – among them is his own wife. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
