Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary examines the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a masterful performance playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome treatment titled the Substance. This produces a younger clone called Sue, culminating in an increasingly vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a break from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills in this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor fully commits to his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he dreads the worst. However, the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin profiting from the people's religious faith. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, though the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's second offering by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as precise like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to discover a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
