Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's unflinching commentary examines the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the dreaded aspects of growing older. The veteran actress offers a brilliant portrayal playing Elisabeth, an aging celebrity demoted to presenting a workout series on TV. Pushed out due to her deceitful superior Harvey, she turns to an enigmatic and terrifying process titled this experimental method. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, leading to an increasingly vampiric relationship between them. Friday 17 October, Paramount+
This Mystery Thriller
This suspenseful mystery includes the talented actress in the role of Laura, a skilled journalist who decides to take a hiatus from writing about world issues to embark on a high-end voyage with a gravely sick wealthy inheritor and philanthropist, her husband, plus additional affluent passengers. But after a mysterious woman disappears from the ship overnight and the entire crew insists she wasn't real, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
The acclaimed director challenges his creative boundaries with this innovative paranormal narrative shot entirely from the viewpoint of the phantom. When a household with Lucy Liu as Rebekah and troubled teenage daughter Chloe settles into their new suburban house, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. Chloe seems conscious of the supernatural presence, and it looks like protective of her. But why? It's a fun idea that avoids overstaying, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, 4.35pm, 10.10pm, the Sky channel
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his unique fame in this self-referential adventure. He plays a narcissistic celebrity called Nicolas Cage who accepts a million-dollar gig to attend a birthday party on the Spanish island for the rich superfan Javi. Contacted by the intelligence agency to investigate the potential kingpin, his unconventional method is put to the test. This Saturday, prime time, Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong even without a sequel. Located in 1978 Denver, several disappearances has left the local kids frightened. When Finney is taken by the villain and imprisoned in a dungeon, he anticipates a fatal end. However, the disconnected phone in the room keeps ringing, with eerie communicators giving advice, as the prophetic visions of Gwen, his sister may be his salvation. An effective horror. October 11th, 10.50pm, on Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the struggle between God and Mammon, the victory is clear for greed in this director's delightfully tacky true story about the fallen TV preacher and her criminal husband. The actor acts as the corrupt Bakker, who states early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple begin monetising the American public's spiritual convictions. It's an extravaganza of tacky decor, excessive cosmetics and hypocrisy, however Chastain succeeds to depict the character as a sympathetic figure. Next Tuesday, early morning, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This period's additional entry from the filmmaker delivers a intelligence thriller as sharp similar to the collars worn by Fassbender's UK spy. He receives a mission with uncovering a mole inside the organization from a group of five – among them is Kathryn, played by Cate Blanchett. Each performer are masters of calm composure, leading to a delightful mental battle of truth or lie develops. Additional actors join in the smart espionage amusement. This Friday, 8.05am, 12.55pm, 8pm, Sky Cinema Premiere
