Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to hosting a fitness program on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying procedure called this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between them. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit story features the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who takes a break from reporting on global conflict to board an opulent ship accompanied by a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich passengers. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills through this nifty supernatural story shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. When a household including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and the entity appears guarding her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
The director's claustrophobic thriller remains effective without requiring a sequel. Located in 1970s Colorado, multiple disappearances has made the children on edge. After Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a basement, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, as the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin monetising the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain achieves to present the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's second offering by the same director presents a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks worn by the actor's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a mole inside the organization from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema
