Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into starring in a workout series on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure titled "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery stars Keira Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to board an opulent ship with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills in this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest holds up well even without a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the youth frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, however Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, Film4
Black Bag
This week's additional entry by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks used by the actor's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a mole within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
