Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to hosting a fitness program on television. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome procedure called the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story features Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from writing about world issues to embark on an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich passengers. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Contacted by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has made the local kids anxious. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he fears the worst. But the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in this director's delightfully tacky biopic regarding the shamed TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress manages to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
This week's another release from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as precise like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
