Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the demanding standards for women's appearance along with the perceived horrors of growing older. Demi Moore presents an inspired acting turn playing Elisabeth, an aging actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and terrifying process titled this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from covering international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich passengers. Yet once a mysterious woman falls into the sea one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills in this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears sensing the poltergeist, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his cult stardom through this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several disappearances has left the children on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he dreads a fatal end. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple begin capitalizing on the American public's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
Black Bag
This period's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks used by the actor's British agent. His assignment is to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, so a delicious mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
