Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring satire tackles the tyranny of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. The veteran actress offers an inspired acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on television. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from writing about world issues to board a high-end voyage with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and charitable figure, her husband, plus additional affluent guests. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well even without a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the local kids on edge. After Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he dreads a terrible outcome. But the old telephone in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, and the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, though the lead actress achieves to present the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as tight as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a traitor within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
