Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire tackles the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into presenting an aerobics show on television. Edged out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying process known as this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars Keira Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from covering international wars to board an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her partner, as well as other filthy rich guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard during the evening and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this nifty ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unconventional method proves useful. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller remains effective even without a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, multiple child abductions has left the local kids anxious. When Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and held captive in a dungeon, he fears the worst. But the old telephone mounted nearby continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, 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 greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet the lead actress succeeds to depict the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, the Film4 channel
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He is tasked to identify a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars excel of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, various showings, the Sky channel
