Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring commentary addresses the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired performance as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old actress reduced to hosting an aerobics show on television. Pushed out due to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to a secretive and gruesome process called this experimental method. This generates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in an increasingly toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful mystery stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from writing about world issues to embark on a luxury cruise with an ailing wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her spouse, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. But after an unknown lady goes overboard one night and all passengers denies she ever existed, her journalistic curiosity awaken. Available now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his creative boundaries in this clever ghostly tale shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – AKA the Presence – shadows their actions. The teen shows signs of sensing the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a $1m payday to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the CIA to gather intel on the alleged criminal, his unique performing skills is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has made the local kids frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. Yet the disconnected phone mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices giving advice, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as tight similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He receives a mission to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – among them is his own wife. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
