Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into hosting an aerobics show on TV. Forced aside due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying procedure titled "The Substance". This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit thriller features the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from reporting on international wars to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy guests. Yet once an enigmatic female falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this clever ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has made the local kids frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, and the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to present the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as tight like the turtlenecks used by the actor's British agent. His assignment is to identify a mole inside the organization from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
