Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's bold critique addresses the demanding standards for female beauty as well as the perceived horrors of growing older. The veteran actress offers a brilliant acting turn as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity reduced to starring in a workout series on TV. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she undergoes a secretive and horrifying process titled "The Substance". This generates a younger clone named Sue, resulting in an increasingly parasitic dynamic between the two. This Friday, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful mystery stars Knightley playing Laura, an ace reporter who opts for some time off from covering global conflict to join a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional extremely wealthy individuals. But after a mysterious woman goes overboard during the evening and the entire crew claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Out now, on Netflix
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills through this innovative paranormal narrative captured wholly through the eyes of the phantom. After a clan featuring mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe settles into their fresh home, the lens – as the unseen entity – tracks their movements. The daughter appears aware of the poltergeist, and it seems defensive toward her. However, the motive remains? The premise is enjoyable that doesn't outstay its welcome, featuring a surprise that may be unexpected. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent
Nicolas Cage fully commits to his unique fame in this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic film star called Nicolas Cage who takes on a lucrative offer to appear at a birthday party in Mallorca for the rich Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Contacted by the CIA to investigate the suspected cartel boss, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller holds up well despite the lack of a follow-up. Taking place in 1978 Denver, several kidnappings has left the local kids frightened. When Finney is kidnapped by the kidnapper and imprisoned in a cellar, he dreads the worst. Yet the non-functional line on the wall repeatedly calls, with eerie communicators providing assistance, as the prescient dreams from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. This Saturday, 10.50pm, the Film4 channel
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the conflict between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for Mammon in this director's wonderfully garish biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster plus her lawbreaking partner. Garfield portrays the corrupt Bakker, who proclaims at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals commence capitalizing on the nation's religious faith. It's a riot of poor styling, overdone appearance and insincerity, however the lead actress achieves to depict Tammy Faye in a likable light. October 14th, early morning, Film4
This Espionage Thriller
The current week's another release from Steven Soderbergh is a spy mystery as precise similar to the collars worn by the actor's intelligence officer. He receives a mission with uncovering a double agent inside the organization out of five possibilities – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Both actors excel of deadpan cool, leading to a delightful mental battle of fact versus fiction takes place. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the clever spy entertainment. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
