Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold critique addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature film star demoted to presenting a workout series on television. Pushed out by her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This creates a younger clone called Sue, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from reporting on global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, as well as other filthy rich individuals. Yet once an enigmatic female goes overboard overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills with this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, a series of kidnappings has rendered the children anxious. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a terrible outcome. Yet the old telephone on the wall repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress achieves to depict the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
The current week's additional entry by the same director presents a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is his spouse. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
