Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to hosting a fitness program on TV. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from covering world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has rendered the local kids anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's additional entry by the same director is a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
