Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of growing older. Demi Moore delivers an inspired acting turn as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress demoted to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a mysterious and terrifying process called this experimental method. This produces a younger clone called Sue, leading to a progressively parasitic dynamic between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful story includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes some time off from covering world issues to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, and other extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity take over. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this clever ghostly tale shot entirely through the eyes of the phantom. When a household including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the ghostly being, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He portrays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to appear at a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by government spies to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple kidnappings has made the children frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a basement, he dreads the worst. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with spooky callers offering help, as the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, nighttime, on Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who declares initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, yet Chastain achieves to depict the character in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
The Spy Mystery
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as sharp as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to discover a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. The supporting cast join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
