Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring satire examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore offers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on television. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and terrifying process known as "The Substance". This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story includes Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from reporting on world issues to join a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, plus additional extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this clever supernatural story captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He plays a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has made the local kids on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress achieves to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
