Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress presents an inspired portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and horrifying procedure known as the Substance. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, leading to a steadily more vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from covering global conflict to join an opulent ship alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her partner, plus additional affluent passengers. However when an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills through this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the perspective of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of aware of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic film star playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. Yet the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, though the lead actress manages to depict the real-life figure with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering by the same director presents a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is his own wife. Both actors are experts of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
