Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching critique examines the tyranny of women's appearance as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, an aging celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out due to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying treatment called this experimental method. This produces a new version of herself named Sue, leading to a steadily more parasitic dynamic between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller features Keira Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who takes a hiatus from covering global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her spouse, plus additional filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and everyone claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills take over. Out now, Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his directorial skills in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe moves into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the poltergeist, and it seems guarding her. But why? This is an entertaining concept that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation you might not see coming. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a $1m payday to visit a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by government spies to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” comes in handy. This Saturday, 9pm, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a follow-up. Set in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the children frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the non-functional line mounted nearby repeatedly calls, with ghostly voices offering help, while the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, late evening, the Film4 channel
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for materialism in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic regarding the shamed religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who declares initially, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals set about capitalizing on the American public's religious faith. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, overdone appearance and bad faith, though Chastain manages to depict the character with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry by the same director delivers a spy mystery as tight as the polo necks sported by the actor's UK spy. He receives a mission to identify a double agent among the team from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
