Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the demanding standards for women's appearance as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. The veteran actress delivers an inspired performance playing Elisabeth, an aging film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on TV. Edged out due to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying process called this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery stars the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from reporting on global conflict to join an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, and other affluent individuals. Yet once a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and everyone insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Soderbergh pushes his creative boundaries with this nifty paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the camera – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his cult stardom through this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to visit a birthday party at a Mediterranean location for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a sequel. Located in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the youth anxious. After Finney is taken by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he fears a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators offering help, and the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for Mammon in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen televangelist plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. Both individuals begin monetising the people's spiritual convictions. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, however the lead actress achieves to show the character with compassion. Tuesday 14 October, early morning, the Film4 channel
Black Bag
This week's another release by the same director presents a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a double agent inside the organization from five suspects – including is his spouse. Each performer excel of deadpan cool, resulting in an engaging mind game of fact versus fiction develops. The supporting cast join in the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
