Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome process titled the Substance. This produces a new version of herself called Sue, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from writing about world issues to join a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, and other affluent passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries with this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems sensing the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the youth anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he dreads the worst. But the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
