Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary examines the demanding standards for female beauty along with the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, resulting in a steadily more toxic connection among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller includes Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from reporting on world issues to board a luxury cruise with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman falls into the sea during the evening and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities with this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage embraces his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He plays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has left the children frightened. Once Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates the worst. However, the old telephone in the room repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, however Jessica Chastain succeeds to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks sported by the actor's British agent. His assignment is with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are experts of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel
