Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting a workout series on TV. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and terrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively vampiric relationship among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes Keira Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich passengers. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries in this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the people's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain manages to present the character with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
