Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the demanding standards for women's appearance and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into hosting an aerobics show on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying treatment called the Substance. This creates a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from covering world issues to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries through this innovative supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. But why? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has left the youth on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. Yet the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to show the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp as the polo necks used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mind game of deception or honesty takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
