Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique tackles the demanding standards for female beauty along with the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to hosting a workout series on television. Pushed out by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying procedure called the Substance. This produces a younger clone named Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the youth frightened. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, yet Chastain manages to depict the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release by the same director presents a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
