Top Selection
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's bold satire tackles the tyranny of female beauty and the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress presents an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a 50-year-old film star reduced to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Edged out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This creates a youthful duplicate named Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. October 17th, Paramount Plus
The Woman in Cabin 10
This classic whodunit mystery includes Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from covering international wars to join a high-end voyage accompanied by a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and donor, her husband, as well as other filthy rich guests. Yet once an unknown lady disappears from the ship overnight and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts take over. Available now, on Netflix
Presence
The acclaimed director challenges his film-making abilities with this clever paranormal narrative shot entirely from the perspective of the spirit. As a family featuring mother Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their fresh home, the camera – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. Chloe seems aware of the supernatural presence, and it looks like defensive toward her. But why? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. This Saturday, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom via this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a self-obsessed film star named Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to visit a festive event in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by the intelligence agency to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. October 11th, prime time, on Channel 4
This Creepy Thriller
Derrickson's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, multiple disappearances has made the local kids anxious. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he fears the worst. But the disconnected phone on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, while the prescient dreams of Gwen, his sister might rescue him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, 10.50pm, Film4
The Tammy Faye Biopic
In the struggle between spirituality and money, the victory is clear for Mammon in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top true story regarding the shamed TV preacher and her felon spouse. Garfield acts as the greedy Jim, who states at the beginning, claiming divine approval for wealth. The couple commence profiting from the nation's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of tacky decor, overdone appearance and insincerity, though Jessica Chastain manages to depict Tammy Faye with compassion. Next Tuesday, 1.15am, Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's second offering by the same director delivers a spy mystery as tight similar to the collars sported by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He is tasked to identify a mole among the team from five suspects – including is his own wife. The two stars are experts of calm composure, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. Friday 17 October, various showings, Sky Cinema
