Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to starring in a fitness program on television. Edged out by her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying process called the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional affluent passengers. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his film-making abilities with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he anticipates a fatal end. But the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Chastain achieves to present the character with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's another release from the filmmaker presents a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
