Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a masterful portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to presenting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying procedure called "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a break from covering world issues to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills in this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has rendered the children anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. He and Tammy Faye commence capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain manages to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering by the same director is a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a mole within their ranks from five suspects – including is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
