Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore offers a brilliant performance as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on television. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome treatment titled the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from covering global conflict to embark on an opulent ship with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, plus additional affluent individuals. But after an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest remains effective without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a mole inside the organization from five suspects – including is his own wife. Both actors are experts of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
