Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the demanding standards for female beauty along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled "The Substance". This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from reporting on international wars to join a high-end voyage with an ailing wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, plus additional affluent passengers. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it looks like guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has rendered the local kids on edge. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a basement, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about capitalizing on the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release by the same director presents a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks used by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to identify a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of calm composure, so a delicious mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
