Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary addresses the demanding standards for female beauty along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress presents a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on world issues to embark on a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities through this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has rendered the children frightened. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's additional entry by the same director is a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of understated style, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
