Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore offers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity forced into presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process titled the Substance. This produces a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to a progressively toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from covering world issues to board an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Hired by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has made the youth on edge. When Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. Yet the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet the lead actress manages to depict the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty takes place. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
