Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching critique examines the tyranny of female beauty along with the feared consequences of ageing. Demi Moore presents a masterful performance as Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to hosting a fitness program on television. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss her manager Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and gruesome procedure known as "The Substance". This creates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in a steadily more vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery includes Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a break from writing about global conflict to board an opulent ship alongside an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and charitable figure, her partner, plus additional filthy rich passengers. However when an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Streaming currently, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director pushes his directorial skills in this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely through the eyes of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – representing the ghost – follows them around. The teen shows signs of aware of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. Yet what is the reason? This is an entertaining concept that avoids overstaying, with a twist you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Nicolas Cage embraces his eccentric image through this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical film star called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to attend a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. October 11th, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror holds up well despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has made the local kids anxious. After Finney is taken by “the Grabber” and imprisoned in a basement, he dreads the worst. However, the non-functional line on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices offering help, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. A genuinely scary movie. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, it's a knockout win for Mammon in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple set about profiting from the nation's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though the lead actress achieves to show the real-life figure in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked to discover a double agent among the team from a group of five – including is his own wife. Each performer are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of deception or honesty unfolds. Additional actors participate the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema
