Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. Demi Moore offers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature film star reduced to presenting an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process known as this experimental method. This produces a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story stars Keira Knightley as Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from reporting on international wars to embark on an opulent ship alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her husband, and other extremely wealthy guests. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities through this nifty ghostly tale filmed completely through the eyes of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who agrees to a lucrative offer to visit a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, several child abductions has rendered the local kids anxious. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads a fatal end. Yet the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the venal Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin profiting from the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, yet Jessica Chastain manages to present the character in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks used by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor among the team out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are masters of calm composure, resulting in an engaging mental battle of truth or lie unfolds. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
