Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a masterful performance playing Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her slimy boss Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome process titled this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly vampiric relationship among both women. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story stars Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her spouse, and other filthy rich passengers. But after an enigmatic female disappears from the ship one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his directorial skills through this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the supernatural presence, and it seems protective of her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame through this self-referential adventure. He acts as a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to visit a celebration in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to investigate the potential kingpin, the actor's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well even without a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has left the children frightened. When Finney gets captured by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. However, the non-functional line mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress succeeds to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as precise like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors take part the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
