Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold satire examines the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Hollywood star Demi Moore presents a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting an aerobics show on TV. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a mysterious and gruesome treatment called this experimental method. This generates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit story features Knightley in the role of Laura, a top-notch writer who opts for some time off from covering international wars to board an opulent ship alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, as well as other filthy rich individuals. Yet once an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Out now, the Netflix platform
Presence
Steven Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this clever supernatural story captured wholly from the perspective of the spirit. As a family including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe moves into their recent residence, the filming device – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. This Saturday, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage embraces his eccentric image via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays an egotistical film star playing himself who takes on a $1m payday to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. This Saturday, evening, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest stands strong even without a continuation. Located in the late 70s in Denver, a series of kidnappings has made the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and locked up in a basement, he fears the worst. However, the disconnected phone on the wall continues to ring, with eerie communicators offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed televangelist and her criminal husband. The actor plays the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, however Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's second offering by the same director is a espionage tale as sharp similar to the collars used by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. His assignment is to identify a mole among the team from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors are masters of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors join in the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, multiple time slots, the Sky channel
