Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to hosting a workout series on the small screen. Forced aside thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from reporting on international wars to board a luxury cruise accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy individuals. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and the entity appears guarding her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed film star playing himself who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Recruited by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the youth anxious. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who states early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple set about profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and hypocrisy, however the lead actress achieves to present the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, late night, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is with uncovering a mole among the team from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
