Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and terrifying process titled the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from writing about global conflict to embark on an opulent ship with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich individuals. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the local kids frightened. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Chastain manages to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks used by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
