Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold commentary tackles the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to hosting a workout series on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and gruesome procedure known as this experimental method. This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from covering international wars to join a luxury cruise alongside an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, as well as other extremely wealthy passengers. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, her journalistic curiosity take over. Out now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Steven Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – AKA the Presence – follows them around. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, with a twist you might not see coming. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He portrays an egotistical celebrity named Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to visit a birthday party in Mallorca for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Recruited by the CIA to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest remains effective even without a sequel. Taking place in the late 70s in Denver, several kidnappings has rendered the youth on edge. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads the worst. However, the non-functional line in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A solid creepfest. October 11th, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story of the disgraced TV preacher plus her lawbreaking partner. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who states initially, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about monetising the people's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, though the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's additional entry by the same director presents a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a double agent inside the organization from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of deception or honesty develops. The supporting cast participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, the Sky channel
