Pick of the Week
This Satirical Thriller
Coralie Fargeat's bold satire tackles the demanding standards for feminine aesthetics along with the dreaded aspects of growing older. Demi Moore delivers a masterful portrayal in the role of Elisabeth, an aging celebrity forced into presenting a workout series on the small screen. Edged out thanks to her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out an enigmatic and horrifying treatment titled this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate portrayed by Margaret Qualley, culminating in a progressively parasitic dynamic among both women. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This classic whodunit mystery includes the talented actress as Laura, a top-notch writer who takes some time off from reporting on world issues to board a luxury cruise with an ailing Norwegian shipping heiress and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional affluent passengers. Yet once an unknown lady falls into the sea during the evening and everyone claims she was never there, Laura's investigative instincts kick in. Available now, on Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his directorial skills with this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of a ghost. After a clan with Lucy Liu as Rebekah plus Callina Liang as Chloe occupies their new suburban house, the filming device – representing the ghost – shadows their actions. Chloe seems sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, afternoon and evening times, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage fully commits to his cult stardom through this self-referential adventure. He acts as an egotistical Hollywood actor called Nicolas Cage who accepts a lucrative offer to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi, played by Pedro Pascal. Hired by government spies to gather intel on the potential kingpin, Cage's unique performing skills comes in handy. This Saturday, evening, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
The director's contained scarefest holds up well without requiring a follow-up. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of child abductions has rendered the children frightened. When Finney is taken by the kidnapper and locked up in a cellar, he anticipates a terrible outcome. But the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with spooky callers providing assistance, while the prophetic visions of his sister Gwen may be his salvation. An effective horror. This Saturday, 10.50pm, Film4
The Eyes of Tammy Faye
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the winner is obvious for greed in this director's brilliantly over-the-top true story about the fallen televangelist and her felon spouse. The actor plays the greedy Jim, who declares at the beginning, asserting religious justification for riches. Both individuals begin profiting from the people's Christian beliefs. It's a riot of bad interior design, excessive cosmetics and bad faith, though Jessica Chastain manages to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
Black Bag
This period's another release from the filmmaker is a espionage tale as tight like the turtlenecks used by Fassbender's intelligence officer. He receives a mission to discover a mole among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. The two stars are masters of understated style, leading to a delightful psychological game of fact versus fiction develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, multiple time slots, Sky Cinema Premiere
