Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to hosting a fitness program on television. Pushed out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying treatment titled the Substance. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley as Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to board a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries in this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the youth frightened. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and insincerity, yet the lead actress achieves to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's another release by the same director delivers a espionage tale as precise as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. The two stars excel of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
