Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's daring critique addresses the oppressive nature of women's appearance and the dreaded aspects of ageing. The veteran actress presents a brilliant acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, a mature film star forced into starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a mysterious and horrifying process titled this experimental method. This creates a younger clone portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a steadily more parasitic dynamic among both women. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This Agatha Christie-esque story stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take some time off from covering international wars to embark on a high-end voyage alongside a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, plus additional affluent passengers. However when an unknown lady goes overboard overnight and all passengers denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, on Netflix
Presence Film
The acclaimed director tests his film-making abilities with this innovative ghostly tale captured wholly from the perspective of a ghost. When a household featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it seems guarding her. Yet what is the reason? It's a fun idea that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that may be unexpected. October 11th, afternoon and evening times, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He acts as an egotistical celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a celebration in Mallorca for billionaire Javi Gutierrez. Recruited by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, his unique performing skills comes in handy. Saturday 11 October, prime time, Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's locked-room horror remains effective despite the lack of a sequel. Taking place in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has made the children on edge. Once Finney is taken by the villain and held captive in a cellar, he fears the worst. But the old telephone in the room keeps ringing, with ghostly voices offering help, while the intuitive nightmares of his sister Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the venal Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals commence profiting from the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, bad makeup and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain achieves to present Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's another release from the filmmaker is a intelligence thriller as precise as the polo necks sported by Michael Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a traitor inside the organization from five suspects – including is his own wife. Both actors are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of truth or lie develops. The supporting cast participate the intelligent intelligence fun. October 17th, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
