Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold satire examines the tyranny of female beauty and the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star forced into starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome treatment called "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller includes Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. But after an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well even without a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has left the local kids frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he dreads the worst. However, the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
