Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary tackles the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics along with the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star demoted to hosting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying procedure titled this experimental method. This creates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful story includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who takes some time off from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, and other filthy rich individuals. However when an enigmatic female falls into the sea one night and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities in this nifty supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems aware of the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema Premiere
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this meta comedy caper. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, 9pm, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has rendered the children anxious. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone in the room continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in Showalter's delightfully tacky true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however the lead actress manages to present the character in a likable light. October 14th, late night, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
