Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary tackles the oppressive nature of female beauty along with the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into hosting a workout series on the small screen. Pushed out thanks to her slimy boss Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process known as this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between them. This Friday, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story stars Knightley playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for some time off from reporting on global conflict to board a luxury cruise accompanied by an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her partner, and other affluent individuals. However when an unknown lady falls into the sea overnight and all passengers claims she was never there, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, on Netflix
Presence
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this clever paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of the phantom. As a family with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems conscious of the ghostly being, and it looks like protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, featuring a surprise you might not see coming. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic celebrity playing himself who accepts a $1m payday to appear at a festive event on the Spanish island for billionaire superfan Javi. Recruited by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the suspected cartel boss, the actor's unconventional method comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
The director's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has left the youth frightened. Once Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and held captive in a cellar, he fears a fatal end. However, the old telephone on the wall continues to ring, with ghostly voices giving advice, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister could save him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for greed in Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield plays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims initially, asserting religious justification for riches. He and Tammy Faye set about profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a spectacle of poor styling, overdone appearance and bad faith, yet Jessica Chastain achieves to present the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release by the same director delivers a intelligence thriller as tight like the turtlenecks used by Michael Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor among the team from a group of five – including is his spouse. The two stars excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
