Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold satire examines the demanding standards for female beauty along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into hosting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and gruesome process titled "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery features Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from writing about global conflict to board a luxury cruise with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the youth on edge. When Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the disconnected phone in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain manages to show the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release by the same director is a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
