Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a mysterious and gruesome procedure called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from reporting on international wars to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other affluent passengers. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he dreads the worst. Yet the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who declares early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks used by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to discover a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
