Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as the Substance. This generates a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection among both women. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller includes the talented actress as Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Cage embraces his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to attend a celebration on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several child abductions has rendered the youth frightened. Once Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet the lead actress succeeds to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Both actors are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
