Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the demanding standards for female beauty and the feared consequences of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to hosting a fitness program on TV. Edged out due to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and horrifying treatment called this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional filthy rich guests. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to attend a celebration in Mallorca for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a follow-up. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of disappearances has left the youth on edge. After Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates the worst. However, the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, however Chastain succeeds to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as sharp like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
