Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching satire tackles the tyranny of women's appearance along with the feared consequences of ageing. Hollywood star Demi Moore delivers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to starring in an aerobics show on television. Edged out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome process titled this experimental method. This generates a younger clone called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a break from covering world issues to embark on a luxury cruise alongside a gravely sick Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, and other affluent guests. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Steven Soderbergh pushes his directorial skills through this nifty ghostly tale shot entirely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his eccentric image in this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to appear at a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the rich Javi Gutierrez. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Set in the late 70s in Denver, multiple disappearances has made the youth frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers offering help, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's delightfully tacky film adaptation about the fallen TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. He and Tammy Faye begin monetising the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye with compassion. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars used by the actor's British agent. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team out of five possibilities – including is his spouse. Both actors are masters of understated style, resulting in an engaging psychological game of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
