Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from covering international wars to join a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich individuals. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has made the children frightened. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads the worst. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to depict the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering by the same director is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks worn by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a mole among the team out of five possibilities – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
