Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold satire examines the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the perceived horrors of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents an inspired performance as Elisabeth, an aging actress forced into presenting a workout series on television. Forced aside thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying process known as this experimental method. This generates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to a progressively toxic connection among both women. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque mystery stars Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from writing about global conflict to board a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich passengers. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea one night and everyone denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this innovative ghostly tale filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple child abductions has left the youth on edge. When Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he dreads a fatal end. But the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices giving advice, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen might rescue him. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's wonderfully garish film adaptation about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who declares early on, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin monetising the nation's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet the lead actress achieves to show the real-life figure with compassion. October 14th, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to identify a traitor among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema
