Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress offers an inspired performance in the role of Elisabeth, a 50-year-old celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her deceitful superior Harvey, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying procedure called this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller features Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from reporting on world issues to join a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and donor, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich guests. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and all passengers insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his creative boundaries with this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. The daughter appears conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. However, the motive remains? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, multiple showings, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical celebrity playing himself who takes on a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to investigate the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has left the children on edge. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the winner is obvious for materialism in Showalter's wonderfully garish biopic regarding the shamed televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, bad makeup and insincerity, though the lead actress manages to present the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's second offering from Steven Soderbergh delivers a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks worn by the actor's intelligence officer. His assignment is to identify a mole within their ranks from a group of five – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie takes place. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
