Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore presents a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into presenting a fitness program on television. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying treatment known as "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has made the children on edge. When Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
