Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to starring in a workout series on television. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story includes Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from writing about global conflict to join a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries through this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical celebrity playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the youth anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's wonderfully garish true story about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by the actor's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
