Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics and the perceived horrors of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant acting turn playing Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to starring in an aerobics show on television. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and terrifying process called this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, resulting in a progressively toxic connection between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes a break from covering international wars to board a high-end voyage alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Streaming currently, on Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this innovative supernatural story shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. After a clan including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their recent residence, the camera – as the unseen entity – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, multiple showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor fully commits to his eccentric image in this meta comedy caper. He portrays a narcissistic film star named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a celebration at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the CIA to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has made the local kids anxious. Once Finney gets captured by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators giving advice, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, bad makeup and hypocrisy, however Chastain achieves to depict Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars sported by the actor's British agent. His assignment is to identify a mole within their ranks from a group of five – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. Additional actors participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
