Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in a fitness program on TV. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and gruesome process called "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from reporting on international wars to embark on an opulent ship with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other affluent passengers. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries through this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has made the children frightened. After Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though the lead actress achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
