Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress presents an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to hosting a workout series on TV. Pushed out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from reporting on world issues to join a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills through this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective even without a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has left the local kids on edge. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's delightfully tacky biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however Chastain manages to present the character with compassion. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a mole among the team from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
