Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into presenting a workout series on TV. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and terrifying process known as the Substance. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from reporting on international wars to board an opulent ship accompanied by an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, and other affluent guests. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The teen shows signs of sensing the poltergeist, and it seems protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic film star playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective despite the lack of a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the children on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he fears the worst. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield plays the venal Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however the lead actress succeeds to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a mole among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his spouse. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
