Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching critique examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics and the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress forced into presenting a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying treatment known as this experimental method. This generates a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from covering global conflict to board an opulent ship with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, and other filthy rich individuals. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this innovative supernatural story filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, 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 film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, his unconventional method comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a continuation. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has rendered the children anxious. After Finney is taken by the villain and locked up in a basement, he anticipates the worst. Yet the non-functional line mounted nearby keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, as the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for greed in this director's wonderfully garish biopic about the fallen TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye commence profiting from the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, though Chastain manages to depict the real-life figure in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's second offering from the filmmaker delivers a spy mystery as sharp similar to the collars sported by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a traitor among the team from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful mind game of fact versus fiction takes place. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
