Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold critique addresses the oppressive nature of feminine aesthetics and the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This classic whodunit thriller stars Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from covering international wars to join an opulent ship with a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her partner, and other filthy rich passengers. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and all passengers claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh challenges his film-making abilities with this nifty supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their new suburban house, the filming device – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, multiple showings, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has made the youth on edge. After Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers giving advice, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for greed in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who proclaims early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye set about monetising the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet the lead actress achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from the filmmaker presents a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks worn by Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a traitor inside the organization from a group of five – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast participate the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
