Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to starring in a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment known as the Substance. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from covering international wars to join an opulent ship alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional filthy rich passengers. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of disappearances has left the children anxious. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering by the same director is a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – among them is his own wife. The two stars are masters of deadpan cool, so a delicious psychological game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
