Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching critique tackles the demanding standards for female beauty and the dreaded aspects of growing older. Hollywood star Demi Moore offers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, a mature actress reduced to presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she turns to a secretive and terrifying process known as this experimental method. This generates a younger clone called Sue, culminating in a progressively toxic connection among both women. October 17th, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This suspenseful thriller stars the talented actress playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for a hiatus from covering international wars to join an opulent ship with an ailing Scandinavian billionaire and donor, her husband, as well as other affluent guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Streaming currently, Netflix
Presence
Steven Soderbergh pushes his film-making abilities in this clever paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. As a family featuring mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. The daughter appears sensing the ghostly being, and it seems defensive toward her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his unique fame via this autobiographical spoof. He plays an egotistical Hollywood actor named Nicolas Cage who takes on a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the alleged criminal, Cage's unique performing skills is put to the test. October 11th, 9pm, the Channel 4 network
This Creepy Thriller
The director's contained scarefest stands strong even without a continuation. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, multiple kidnappings has left the local kids on edge. After Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a basement, he fears the worst. However, the disconnected phone mounted nearby keeps ringing, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A solid creepfest. Saturday 11 October, late evening, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield portrays the greedy Jim, who proclaims initially, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple begin profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a spectacle of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet the lead actress manages to present the real-life figure as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh is a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's intelligence officer. His assignment is with uncovering a traitor within their ranks from five suspects – one of whom is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. The two stars are experts of calm composure, so a delicious psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
