Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress offers a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting an aerobics show on television. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure titled the Substance. This produces a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from writing about global conflict to embark on an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities through this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has left the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Chastain succeeds to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a traitor inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars are masters of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel
