Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to hosting a fitness program on TV. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying procedure called the Substance. This generates a younger clone named Sue, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from writing about global conflict to embark on an opulent ship with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other affluent passengers. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this innovative supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical film star playing himself who agrees to a $1m payday to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the local kids frightened. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears the worst. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, however Chastain achieves to show the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars used by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
