Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty and the perceived horrors of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying procedure called the Substance. This generates a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from writing about global conflict to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich passengers. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a celebration on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has left the local kids anxious. After Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. However, the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals commence profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, though Chastain achieves to present the character in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker is a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast take part the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
