Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Director Coralie Fargeat's unflinching commentary addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of advancing years. Demi Moore presents a masterful acting turn in the role of Elisabeth, an aging actress demoted to starring in an aerobics show on the small screen. Forced aside by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she turns to an enigmatic and gruesome procedure titled this experimental method. This produces a younger clone named Sue, culminating in a progressively vampiric relationship between the two. Friday 17 October, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful story stars Keira Knightley in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take some time off from reporting on global conflict to embark on a high-end voyage accompanied by a terminally ill Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her spouse, and other filthy rich passengers. However when an unknown lady goes overboard one night and everyone denies she ever existed, Laura's investigative instincts awaken. Available now, the Netflix platform
Presence Film
Soderbergh tests his creative boundaries in this clever supernatural story captured wholly from the viewpoint of the spirit. After a clan including mother Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe occupies their recent residence, the camera – AKA the Presence – tracks their movements. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and the entity appears protective of her. However, the motive remains? This is an entertaining concept that remains concise, featuring a surprise that could catch you off guard. October 11th, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, Sky Cinema
Nicolas Cage's Meta Comedy
The iconic actor embraces his unique fame through this autobiographical spoof. He plays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to attend a festive event in Mallorca for the rich superfan Javi. Hired by government spies to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills proves useful. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone
Derrickson's locked-room horror stands strong even without a continuation. Set in 1970s Colorado, several kidnappings has made the children anxious. When Finney gets captured by the kidnapper and locked up in a dungeon, he fears a fatal end. But the disconnected phone on the wall keeps ringing, with ghostly voices providing assistance, while the prophetic visions from his sibling Gwen could save him. A solid creepfest. This Saturday, late evening, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the battle between faith and wealth, it's a knockout win for materialism in this director's brilliantly over-the-top biopic about the fallen religious broadcaster and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the venal Jim, who states early on, “God does not want us to be poor,”. The couple set about profiting from the people's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, yet the lead actress manages to show the real-life figure in a likable light. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
Black Bag
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as tight as the polo necks worn by Michael Fassbender's British agent. His assignment is to identify a mole within their ranks from five suspects – among them is his own wife. Both actors are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful mind game of truth or lie develops. Tom Burke, Regé-Jean Page, Naomie Harris and Marisa Abela participate the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
