Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out by her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying treatment called "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, and other affluent individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills through this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of a ghost. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic film star playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the local kids on edge. When Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, nighttime, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a mole among the team from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
