Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring critique addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore delivers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out by her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to an increasingly toxic connection between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a hiatus from covering world issues to join an opulent ship alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other affluent passengers. However when an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries with this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom via this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has left the children anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a dungeon, he dreads the worst. However, the old telephone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the American public's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to discover a traitor within their ranks out of five possibilities – including is his own wife. The two stars excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, various showings, Sky Cinema
