Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress presents an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to presenting a workout series on TV. Forced aside by her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying procedure known as the Substance. This creates a younger clone named Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller includes Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from covering world issues to join a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities in this clever supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has left the youth anxious. After Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. Yet the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the people's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however the lead actress manages to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars worn by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a mole inside the organization from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
