Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold commentary examines the demanding standards for female beauty and the feared consequences of ageing. The veteran actress delivers a brilliant performance in the role of Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and horrifying process known as this experimental method. This creates a new version of herself called Sue, leading to an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit story features the talented actress playing Laura, a skilled journalist who opts for a break from reporting on global conflict to join an opulent ship accompanied by a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and charitable figure, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. Yet once a mysterious woman disappears from the ship one night and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Streaming currently, the Netflix platform
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries through this clever supernatural story shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their fresh home, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. The daughter appears conscious of the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, with a twist that could catch you off guard. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage embraces his unique fame through this meta comedy caper. He acts as a self-obsessed celebrity named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for billionaire Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the intelligence agency to spy on the suspected cartel boss, his unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
The Black Phone Horror
Scott Derrickson's contained scarefest remains effective even without a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, several child abductions has rendered the youth on edge. When Finney is kidnapped by the villain and imprisoned in a cellar, he fears a terrible outcome. However, the non-functional line in the room continues to ring, with spooky callers offering help, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, 10.50pm, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between spirituality and money, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's delightfully tacky true story of the disgraced televangelist and her felon spouse. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's a riot of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and insincerity, however the lead actress manages to show the character as a sympathetic figure. Tuesday 14 October, 1.15am, on Film4
Black Bag
The current week's additional entry from Steven Soderbergh delivers a espionage tale as precise similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent within their ranks from five suspects – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of understated style, so a delicious mental battle of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela take part the clever spy entertainment. This Friday, various showings, the Sky channel
