Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire tackles the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress offers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled the Substance. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from covering international wars to join an opulent ship with a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, as well as other filthy rich passengers. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical film star playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and held captive in a basement, he anticipates the worst. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who states at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress succeeds to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
