Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying treatment called the Substance. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on world issues to join a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her husband, and other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and all passengers insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills with this clever ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has rendered the local kids frightened. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Chastain succeeds to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry by the same director is a intelligence thriller as precise similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors excel of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
