Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring commentary addresses the oppressive nature of female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of ageing. The veteran actress delivers an inspired portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging film star demoted to presenting a workout series on TV. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, she undergoes an enigmatic and horrifying procedure known as this experimental method. This generates a younger clone named Sue, leading to a steadily more toxic connection between the two. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10
This Agatha Christie-esque thriller includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who takes a hiatus from writing about international wars to board a luxury cruise with a gravely sick Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich passengers. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship during the evening and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh challenges his creative boundaries in this innovative paranormal narrative filmed completely from the perspective of a ghost. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe settles into their recent residence, the filming device – as the unseen entity – shadows their actions. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, including a revelation that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Nicolas Cage wholeheartedly adopts his eccentric image through this meta comedy caper. He portrays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a $1m payday to visit a festive event at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy superfan Javi. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the alleged criminal, the actor's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone
The director's locked-room horror holds up well without requiring a continuation. Set in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has left the children frightened. Once Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and held captive in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. Yet the non-functional line in the room repeatedly calls, with spooky callers giving advice, and the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the battle between faith and wealth, the victory is clear for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top film adaptation of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. Andrew Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who proclaims at the beginning, “God does not want us to be poor,”. Both individuals begin capitalizing on the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of bad interior design, bad makeup and bad faith, however Chastain achieves to show Tammy Faye as a sympathetic figure. October 14th, 1.15am, on Film4
This Espionage Thriller
This period's another release from Steven Soderbergh presents a intelligence thriller as tight similar to the collars worn by Michael Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole among the team from five suspects – including is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer excel of understated style, resulting in an engaging mental battle of fact versus fiction unfolds. The supporting cast join in the smart espionage amusement. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
