Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching satire tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress offers a masterful acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This generates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively toxic connection between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story includes Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on world issues to join a high-end voyage accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to attend a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has left the youth on edge. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however Chastain succeeds to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are masters of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
