Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress offers a masterful performance in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome procedure called this experimental method. This generates a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from writing about international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. However when a mysterious woman falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities in this innovative ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has left the children frightened. Once Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. But the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain manages to present the character with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a espionage tale as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a mole within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are experts of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
