Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Forced aside by her deceitful superior her manager Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and gruesome process called this experimental method. This produces a younger clone called Sue, resulting in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery stars Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who decides to take some time off from reporting on global conflict to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional affluent passengers. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries through this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the camera – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the poltergeist, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He portrays a self-obsessed celebrity called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has rendered the children frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, while the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence capitalizing on the people's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and bad faith, though Chastain succeeds to present Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a mole inside the organization out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. The two stars are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
