Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of growing older. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant performance playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to presenting a workout series on television. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying process called "The Substance". This generates a younger clone named Sue, leading to a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from reporting on world issues to join a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, and other filthy rich individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and all passengers insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his unique fame in this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has left the children on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a double agent among the team from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
