Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the oppressive nature of female beauty and the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process known as "The Substance". This produces a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between them. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story features Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a hiatus from covering international wars to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich guests. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the local kids frightened. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. Yet the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to present the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering by the same director delivers a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a mole within their ranks from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
