Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching critique addresses the tyranny of women's appearance along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit thriller stars Knightley playing Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to board a high-end voyage with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other filthy rich guests. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and the entire crew claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries through this clever supernatural story filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the camera – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, with a twist that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He plays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. October 11th, evening, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong without requiring a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple child abductions has rendered the local kids anxious. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a basement, he fears the worst. But the disconnected phone mounted nearby continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prescient dreams of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, nighttime, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield plays the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about capitalizing on the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's another release from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
