Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a mature actress demoted to hosting a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome treatment called this experimental method. This generates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively toxic connection between them. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take a break from reporting on global conflict to board an opulent ship with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other extremely wealthy individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of disappearances has made the local kids anxious. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and locked up in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for greed in Michael Showalter's wonderfully garish film adaptation of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence monetising the people's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a mole among the team out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Both actors excel of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
